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1
Q

for rapid tranquilisation (no history of tranuiliser use)

1st line?

A

oral lorazepam 1-2mg

2
Q

2nd line treatment ?

A

IM lorazepam 1-2mg

3
Q

when would you use 2nd line

A

if immediate effect required, or no response is seen within 30 minutes

4
Q

a second IM injection can be given after 30 minutes. If o response-

A

get senior help

5
Q

if patient has history of antipsychotic use. what is first line?

A

oral 1-2mg lorazepam and/or 5mg haloperidol

6
Q

2nd line patient with history antipsychotic use?

A

IM 1-2mg lorazepam

7
Q

when would you give second line?

A

if rapid effect needed or no response seen within 30 minutes

8
Q

what can be given in extreme cases?

A

combination injection of lorazepam and haloperidol

9
Q

how many injections of lorazepam can be given before getting senior help?

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