Intubation

Induction Agents

  • Etomidate
    • .3mg/kg 
      • 175lb man = 23mg
  • Ketamine
    • 1-2mg/kg
      • 175lb man = 80-160mg
  • Propofol
    • .5-1.5mg/kg
      • 175lb man = 40-120mg
    • Causes hypotension

Paralytic Agents

  • Rocuronium
    • 1-1.5mg/kg ideal body weight
      • 175lb man = 80-120mg
    • Onset 60 seconds
    • Duration: 45-60 minutes
    • Reversal by Sugammadex
      • Immediate reversal dose: 16 mg/kg IV once 
  • Succinylcholine
    • 1-2mg/kg total body weight
      • 175lb man = 80-160mg
    • Onset 30-45 seconds
    • Duration: ~15 minutes
    • Side effects
      • Hyperkalemia
      • Faster O2 desat

 

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