A local anesthetic containing epinephrine is contraindicated in patients taking a tricyclic antidepressant
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
F: The amount of EPI should be minimized to 0.04 mg (2 cartridges) of 1:100,000 EPI. Levonordefrin should be avoided.
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Your patient is a seven-month-old boy whose mother called because he suddenly became lethargic and pale. Your assessment reveals that he is in a supraventricular tachycardia at a rate of 244 per minute. The patient's extremities are mottled and his capillary refill time is 4 seconds. Which of the following is the best treatment plan for this patient?
A) Adenosine, 0.1 mg/kg rapid IV push, repeated at 0.2 mg/kg if unsuccessful B) Verapamil, 0.3 mg/kg over 3 to 5 minutes C) Diltiazem, 0.25 mg/kg over 2 minutes D) Synchronized cardioversion beginning at 0.5-1.0 joules/kg
Standard precautions have been designed through the ________ to decrease the risk of transmission of microorganisms
Fill in the blank with correct word.