Paramedic Kardex
The is a quick reference ONLY to the Policies and Guidelines set by OCEMSA.
All specific Treatment Guidelines questions should be directed to the OCEMSA Website.
Lidocaine
ADULT:
Infusion for Pain in IO:
20 mg IO slow, may repeat once as SO.
PEDS:
Infusion for pain in IO:
0.5 mg/kg IO slow, max of 20 mg.
INDICATIONS:
- To reduce pain prior to the infusion of fluids in an IO.
PRECAUTIONS:
- Given slowly over 1 minute.
