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MAGNESIUM SULFATE
EclampsiaPre-eclampsiaTorsades de pointesRefractory v-fibAcute asthma exacerbation
INDICATIONS
Shock2nd or 3rd degree heart block
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Blocks neuromuscular transmissionCNS depressantProduces peripheral vasodilation
ACTIONS
1 – 4 GRAMS IV
DOSAGE
Initial Assessment and Airway ManagementCardiac MonitorEstablish IV of LR or NS TKO
PROCEDURE
4 grams mixed with 50 mL of D5W given over 5 – 10 min
Repeat with 2 grams in 50 mL of D5W over 5 - 10 min
ECLAMPSIA
2 grams in 50 mL of D5W infused over 1 -2 minutes IV
If rhythm converts, start maintenance infusion 1 gram in 250 mL D5W at 30 – 60 gtt /min
TORSADES DE POINTES
2 gram mixed with 50 mL of D5W over 10 -15 minutes
ASTHMA
Contact Medical Control With Any
Questions or Concerns