…below apply to adults unless otherwise stated, and paediatric doses are given per kilogram with the stated maximum. Always check against the local guideline and…

…the same time, exacerbation is a clinical syndromic diagnosis, not a sufficient explanation for all acute dyspnoea in a patient with COPD. Pneumonia, heart failure…

…clearly labelled. A laxative and an antiemetic prescribed at the same time as the opioid — not afterwards. A current creatinine with the eGFR, the weight…

…is not already on an opioid patch, a modified release tablet and an as required opioid at the same time. Opioids in abdominal pain of…

…Currently, opioid overdose stands as a predominant etiological factor for cardiac arrest within this demographic on a global scale. Numerous substances possess the potential to…

…saturation, chest movement and a blood gas. Ventilate by mask in opioid induced respiratory depression while naloxone is prepared C Pulse, blood pressure, peripheral perfusion…

…as Cunningham's work best with no sedation at all Oral or intravenous analgesia An intravenous opioid, titrated, preferably with an antiemetic Nitrous oxide Rapid…

…sedation: an opioid (morphine or fentanyl) combined with a benzodiazepine (midazolam or diazepam) is the commonest combination; propofol is used in units with airway expertise…

…opioids and salicylate — where gastric emptying is delayed — may justify charcoal later, in some cases up to 6 hours or more. Discuss this with the…

Info This page summarises the most current recommendations for the management of acute coronary syndromes with persistent ST segment elevations (i.e STEMI, ST segment…