ICU Advantage: Dexmedetomidine (Precedex) Overview

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What is the primary action of Dexmedetomidine in the central nervous system?

• Inhibits GABA neurons directly

• Increases norepinephrine release

• Causes sedation and analgesia

• Acts as a stimulant

Which of the following is an advantage of Dexmedetomidine over other sedatives?

• It is the cheapest sedative available

• It causes respiratory depression

• It is more powerful than all other sedatives

• It resembles natural sleep without amnesia

Which of the following is an approved FDA indication for Dexmedetomidine?

• Treatment of chronic pain

• Long-term sedation in ICU

• Use in pediatric patients

• Sedation for non-intubated patients during procedures

What is a potential off-label use of Dexmedetomidine?

• Treating chronic hypertension

• Preventing post-anesthetic shivering

• Curing diabetes

• Enhancing memory

Which condition is a contraindication for using Dexmedetomidine?

• Seasonal allergies

• Mild headaches

• Hypersensitivity to the drug

• Minor skin rashes

What is the common concentration of Dexmedetomidine for administration?

• 10 micrograms per ml

• 20 micrograms per ml

• 4 micrograms per ml

• 1 microgram per ml

What should be available when administering Dexmedetomidine for procedural sedation?

• A code cart and Ambu bag

• A defibrillator

• A blood transfusion kit

• A surgical team

What is a potential effect on laboratory studies when using Dexmedetomidine?

• Decrease in glucose levels

• Increase in sodium levels

• Increase in red blood cell count

• Decrease in BUN levels