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Calcium Chloride
Cardiac Pharmacology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the classification of Calcium Chloride? | It is an Element, Mineral and Electrolyte |
| What is the pharmacodynamics of Calcium Chloride? | Plays a critical role as an electrolyte in the body to prorogate nervous impulses and muscle contractions. |
| What are the indications of Calcium Chloride? | - Hyperkalemia - Hypocalcemia - Treatment of adverse effects caused by Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose - Hypotension second to administration of Diltiazem |
| What are the contraindications of Calcium Chloride? | - Not indicated for cardiac arrest unless suspended Hyperkalemia - Patient currently taking digoxin w/ suspected calcium channel blocker overdose. |
| What are the adverse side effects of Calcium Chloride? | - Severe bradycardia - May produce severe coronary spasm and asystole - Burning sensation at the site of administration - Calcium will precipitate w/ Sodium Bicarb |
| What is the dose for Calcium Chloride? | 0.5 Gram - 1 Gram slow IV over 3-5 minutes |
| When administering Calcium Cloride for treatment of Hypotension following the administration of Diltiazem what is the dose of Calcium Cloride? | 250-500 mg |