Epinephrine Quiz

What is the generic name for Epinephrine?

• Norepinephrine

• Adrenaline

• Dopamine

• Serotonin

Which of the following is NOT an indication for the use of Epinephrine?

• Ventricular Fibrillation/Pulseless Ventricular Tachycardia

• Anaphylaxis

• Bronchospasm

• Hypertension

What is the recommended dosage of Epinephrine for an adult with Bronchospasm?

• 0.5 mg SQ (1:1000) Q 15-30 min x 3 total doses

• 1 mg IV (1:10000) Q 3-5 minutes

• 0.3 mg IM (1:1000) Q 15-30 min x 3 total doses

• 0.1 mg/kg IV (1:10000) Q 3-5 minutes

For an adult experiencing Anaphylaxis with hypotension, what is the initial recommended dosage of Epinephrine?

• 0.3 mg IM (1:1000) Q 15-30 min

• Up to 0.5 mg of a 1:10,000 solution IV only

• 0.01 mg/kg IV (1:10000) Q 3-5 minutes

• 1 mg IV (1:10000) Q 3-5 minutes

What is the correct administration route for Epinephrine in the case of Croup?

• Intramuscular (IM)

• Intravenous (IV)

• Nebulized

• Subcutaneous (SQ)

What is the maximum dose of nebulized epinephrine for a child less than 4 years old?

• 0.01 ml/kg

• 0.5 ml/kg

• 2.5 ml maximum dose

• 5.0 ml maximum dose

How often should nebulized epinephrine be given to a child with croup?

• Every 1-2 hours

• Every 3-4 hours

• Once a day

• Only once during treatment

What is a therapeutic effect of epinephrine?

• Decreased heart rate

• Increased systemic vascular resistance

• Decreased myocardial contraction

• Decreased coronary and cerebral blood flow

Which of the following is a side effect of epinephrine?

• Hypotension

• Palpitations

• Decreased myocardial O2 demand

• Increased automatism

What is required for any dose of epinephrine above 0.5 mg?

• A nurse's discretion

• A standard medical order

• A direct medical order

• Parental consent