Atropine Flashcards
1
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Atropine Generic Name
A
Atropine Sulfate
2
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Atropine Class
A
Antiarrythmic, anticholinergic agent
3
Q
Atropine MOA
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CV: Increases heart rate Resp: decreased mucus production GI: decreased GI secretion and motility GU: decreased urinary bladder tone Misc: pupillary dilation
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Atropine Indications
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Systematic bradycardia, organophosphate poisoning
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Atropine Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity to atropine
6
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Atropine Adverse Reactions
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Can cause tachydysrythmias and cause flushing
7
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Atropine Route
A
IV/IO
8
Q
Atropine Adult Dosage
A
Bradycardia: .5 mg every 5 minutes, max of 3 mg
Organophosphate: 1-5 mg
9
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Atropine Pediatric Dosage
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.02 mg/kg IV/IO
10
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Atropine Onset
A
1 minute
11
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Atropine Peak Effects
A
2-5 minutes
12
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Atropine Duration of Action
A
2-3 hours
