What Precautions Should Be Taken When Using Norepinephrine?
Several precautions are necessary when administering norepinephrine to pediatric patients:
- Continuous Monitoring: Vital signs, particularly blood pressure and heart rate, should be continuously monitored. - Central Line Administration: Whenever possible, norepinephrine should be administered through a central venous line to reduce the risk of extravasation. - Titration: The dose should be carefully titrated to achieve the desired hemodynamic effect without causing adverse effects.
