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===== [[Summary Article|'''SUMMARY''']] ===== | |||
1. Most common cause of LOC is over-sedation | |||
<br/>2. Most commonly due to opioid toxicity, managed with Naloxone/Flumazenil | |||
<br/>3. Note that IM Naloxone lasts longer (approx. 2 hrs)! Can be used if IV Naloxone infusion is not an option | |||
<br/>4. Naloxone infusion: 1 mg to 100 mL, 10-40 mL/hr | |||
<br/>5. Flumazenil infusion: 0.1-0.5 mg, 10-40mL/hr | |||
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[[Category:Loss Of Consciousness]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 11:31, 1 January 2023
SUMMARY
1. Most common cause of LOC is over-sedation
2. Most commonly due to opioid toxicity, managed with Naloxone/Flumazenil
3. Note that IM Naloxone lasts longer (approx. 2 hrs)! Can be used if IV Naloxone infusion is not an option
4. Naloxone infusion: 1 mg to 100 mL, 10-40 mL/hr
5. Flumazenil infusion: 0.1-0.5 mg, 10-40mL/hr
