Emergency

• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) with Pads

• Suction (There is also two other suction devices NOT located on the code carts - one in the Isolation Room next to PACU 7, and one on the silver cart next to the blanket warmer in PACU).

• Laryngoscopes (Mac and Miller Blades on both carts, as well as a Video-Laryngoscope on the code cart back near procedure rooms)

What is the difference between a Mac, Miller and Video Laryngoscope?

Mac: Has a curved design that follows the natural contour of the tongue and oropharynx. The tip of the Mac blade is positioned in the vallecula, allowing for indirect lifting of the epiglottis. This design is generally preferred for patients with normal airway anatomy and is easier for beginners to use due to its forgiving technique. 

Miller: The Miller features a straight, elongated design with a curved tip. This design allows for direct elevation of the epiglottis, providing better visualization of the vocal cords, especially in patients with limited mouth opening or high larynx. It is particularly useful in pediatric patients and those with difficult airways.

Video: Enhances airway management by providing direct visualization, increasing intubation rates and facilitating better teamwork throughout procedures. 

• Saline Pressure Infuser

• Ambu-Bag

CPR Back Board

Oxygen Tank

Sharps Container

Medications:

adenosine (brand: Adenocard)

• Drug Class: antiarrhythmic

• Indications: Helps restore normal heartbeats with certain heart rhythm disorders

• Side effects: Shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, seizures, lightheadedness, headache, numbness or tingling

amiodarone (brand: Cordarone, Nexterone)

• Drug Class: antiarrhythmic

• Indications: Used to prevent and treat certain types of serious (and life threatening) arrhythmias called Ventricular Fibrillation and Ventricular Tachycardia

• Side Effects: N/V, lung problems, heart related problems, liver damage, hypotension

Aspirin (brand: Aspir 81, Aspir-Low, Bayer Plus)

• Drug Class: Platelet aggregation inhibitors, Salicylates

• Indications: Reducing substances in the body that cause pain, fever, inflammation

atropine (brand: AtroPen, Sal-Tropine, Atreza)

• Drug Class: Anticholinergic

• Indications: Treat serious or life-threatening condition such as noisy breathing, and cardiac arrest due to no ot low heartbeats

• Side Effects: Problem urinating, new or worsening breathing problems, N/V, blurred vision, chest pain or pressure

Calcium Chloride

• Drug Class: Minerals and electrolytes

• Indications: Treatment of hypocalcemia

• Side Effects: Tingling, calcium taste, sense of oppression or "heat wave"

dextrose (brand: D50W, DGlucose)

• Drug Class: Glucose-elevating agents

• Indications: Used to treat very low blood sugar; can also be used to treat hyperkalemia

• Side Effects: Redness, confusion, fever, swelling in extremities, sweating, pale skin, pain or tenderness at injection site

diphenhydramine (brand: Benadryl)

• Drug Class: antihistamine

• Indications: Allergy, Insomnia, Motion sickness, Parkinsonism, Nausea

• Side Effects: Drowsiness/tiredness, excitability, dizziness, GI upset, thickening of mucus in lungs

epinephrine (brand: Adrenalin)

• Drug Class: Alpha/Beta Adrenergic Agonists

• Indications: Emergency treatment of allergic reactions, hypotension associated with septic shock, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress due to bronchospasm and prolonging the action of anesthetics

• Side Effects: Anxiety, nervousness, tremors, dizziness, weakness, sweating, headache, increased heartrate, pale skin, N/V

flumazenil (brand: Romazicon)

• Drug Class: Antidote

• Indications: Treat benzodiazepine overdose in adults ("I FLU fast in my mercedes BENZ")

• Side Effects: Weak or shallow breathing, drowsiness, confusion, agitation, tremors, chest pain

furosemide (brand: Lasix, Furoscix)

• Drug Class: Diuretics, Loop

• Indications: Edemas associated with congestive heart failure (CHF), high blood pressure, liver cirrhosis and renal disease, including nephrotic syndrome

• Side Effects: Increased urination, N/V, dizziness and confusion, blurred vision, muscle cramps or weakness, thirst and dry mouth

hydrocortisone (brand: Solu-Cortef)

• Drug Class: Glucocorticoids

• Indications: Used in the treatment of many different conditions like allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis or lung disorders. Can also replace steroids in people with adrenal insufficiency

• Side Effects: Blurred vision, muscle weakness, joint pain, headaches, seizures, numbness or tingling, fluid retention, signs of infection

lidocaine (brand: Xylocaine HCL)

• Drug Class: Group I antiarrhythmic, Local injectable anesthetics

• Indications: Used to numb area of your body to help reduce pain or discomfort. Also used to treat irregular heart rhythms

• Side Effects: Twitching, tremors, lightheadedness, slow heart rate, weak or shallow breathing, anxiety

naloxone (brand: Narcan)

• Drug Class: Antidotes

• Indications: Slowed breathing or no breathing, pinpoint pupils, slow heartbeats, extreme drowsiness, overdose

• Side Effects: N/V, stomach pain, fever, sweating, tremors, nervousness, restlessness, irritability

Nitroglycerin (brand: nitrostat)

• Drug Class: Antianginal agents, vasodilators

• Indications: Used to treat a type of chest pain called angina

• Side Effects: Throbbing headaches, slow heart rate, blurry vision, lightheadedness, heart attack symptoms

Sodium bicarbonate:

• Drug Class: Alkalinizing Agents

• Indications: Metabolic acidosis, urinary alkalinization, dyspepsia, hyperkalemia, cardiac arrest, DKA, rhabdomyolysis, and lactic acidosis

• Side Effects: Increased thirst, stomach cramps, gas, bloating, weakness, severe headache, N/V, frequent urination, muscle pain, spasms, mood or mental changes, slow breathing

• IV Supplies

• Yellow Tags (used to reseal cart)

• IV Fluids

• Critical Care Drips

• Ambu-Bag

• Oropharyngeal Airways (OPAs)

• Magil Forceps

• Endotracheal Tubes

• Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMAs)

• Suction Supplies

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Electrodes

• Batteries

• Extra Drip Sets

• IV Extension Sets

• Extra AED Pads