Atropine Toxicity phrases

Question 1

Mad as a hatter

Answer 1

Delirium, most dangerous toxicity in adults

Question 2

Blind as a bat

Answer 2

Mydriasis, blurred vision, inhibits ciliary muscle constriction, makes closed angle glaucoma worse

Question 3

Dry as a bone

Answer 3

Reduces secretions, saliva, skin, eyes, and bronchial secretions

Question 4

Hot as a Hare

Answer 4

Elevated body temperatures, most dangerous in pediatrics as resistant to usual antipyretics, have to use ice bath

Question 5

Red as Beet

Answer 5

Skin flushing

Question 6

Extras

Answer 6

Urinary retention from blocked detrusor, bronchodilation, constipation, tachycardia, and hypertension