Atropine Flashcards
1
Q
Atropine Class
A
Parasympatholytic (increases heart rate)
2
Q
Atropine Description
A
Blocks acetylcholine receptors
Increases heart rate
Decreases GI secretions
3
Q
Atropine Indications
A
Hemodynamically significant bradycardia Organophosphate poisoning (insecticides, pesticides, cyanide, mustard gas, Sarin)
4
Q
Atropine Contraindications
A
None
5
Q
Atropine Precautions
A
Tachycardia, Hypertension
6
Q
Atropine Side effects
A
Palpitations
Headache
Anxiety
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Anxiety
Tachycardia
Pupillary dilation
Urination retention
Blurred vision
7
Q
Atropine Adult Dosage
A
One auto injector
8
Q
Atropine Ped Dosage
A
One ped auto-injector