An unresponsive adult with respiratory depression and pinpoint pupils is brought to the ED. Best immediate pharmacologic action while supporting venti...

Question

An unresponsive adult with respiratory depression and pinpoint pupils is brought to the ED. Best immediate pharmacologic action while supporting ventilation?

Accepted Answer

Naloxone 0.4 mg IV with repeat titration as needed

Answer

Flumazenil 0.2 mg IV

Answer

Naloxone 0.04 mg IV only

Answer

High-dose naloxone 10 mg IV initial

Answer

Atropine 1 mg IV

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An unresponsive adult with respiratory depression and pinpoint pupils is brought to the ED. Best immediate pharmacologic action while supporting ventilation?