Atropine Flashcards

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Atropine Class

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Parasympatholytic (increases heart rate)

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Atropine Description

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Blocks acetylcholine receptors
Increases heart rate
Decreases GI secretions

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Atropine Indications

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Hemodynamically significant bradycardia
Organophosphate poisoning (insecticides, pesticides, cyanide, mustard gas, Sarin)
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Atropine Contraindications

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None

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Atropine Precautions

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Tachycardia, Hypertension

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Atropine Side effects

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Palpitations
Headache
Anxiety
Dizziness

Dry mouth
Anxiety
Tachycardia

Pupillary dilation
Urination retention
Blurred vision

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Atropine Adult Dosage

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One auto injector

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Atropine Ped Dosage

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One ped auto-injector

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