Respiratory Therapist

Category - Initiation and Modification of Interventions

During a code, which of the following cannot be instilled via the endotracheal tube?
  1. Narcan
  2. Valium
  3. Epinephrine
  4. Magnesium|
Explanation
Answer: D-Magnesium may not be instilled to patient via endotracheal tube. It should be administered only by IV bolus.

Approved medications for endotracheal tube are Narcan, atropine, valium, epinephrine and lidocaine. When administered through the endotracheal tube, the drug should be given at twice the dosage recommended for IV dosage and diluted with saline or distilled water.
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