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Calcium Chloride

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Classification:
Electrolyte supplement, positive inotrope
Therapeutic Effects:
Electrolyte replacement, positive inotrope, Treatment of hyperkalemia (with ECG changes), Treatment of hypermagnesemia, Treatment of calcium antagonist overdose
Primary Considerations:

Essential Electrolyte - An increase in myocardial contractility elevates cardiac output, whereas a decrease in peripheral vascular resistance is linked to a reduced heart rate. Calcium is essential...

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