ATROPINE- CARDIAC Flashcards

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ACTION OF ATROPINE?

A
  • REVERSES VAGAL OVERDRIVE

- ENHANCES AV CONDUCTION

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INDICATIONS OF ATROPINE?

A
  • ABSOLUTE BRADYCARDIA/ BRADYCARDIA FOLLOWING ROSK

- LOW SYSTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE THAN EXPECTED FOR AGE

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DOSE/INTERVAL AND ROUTE FOR ATROPINE?

A

600MCG

INTERVAL 3-5 MINS

IV/IO

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CONTRAINDICATIONS?

A

HYPOTHERMIA

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