Episode 33 - Paralytic Pharma Phun
The decision to administer paralytics may well be…
MCHD Paramedic Podcast · Montgomery County Hospital District
October 22, 201830m 49s
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Show Notes
The decision to administer paralytics may well be the most significant decision that we make as emergency providers. We have to understand and know paralytic pharmacology 100% stone cold. Join Dr. Patrick today for a review of our two most commonly encountered paralytic medications - succinylcholine and rocuronium. Homage to the old school and an investigation of newer practice shifts will be given equal airtime.
References:
1. Tran DT et al. Rocuronium Versus Succinylcholine for Rapid Sequence Induction Intubation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2015.
2. Shoenberger JM, Mallon WK. Rocuronium Versus Succinylcholine Revisited: Succinylcholine Remains the Best Choice. Ann Emerg Med 2018; 71(3): 398-9.
3. Swaminathan A, Mallemat H. Rocuronium Should Be the Default Paralytic in Rapid Sequence Intubation. Ann Emerg Med 2018; 71(3): 397-8.