Atropine Sulfate Indications and Contraindications Quiz
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What is the maximum dose of Atropine Sulfate for symptomatic bradycardia?

  • 2 mg
  • 2 mL
  • 0.04 mg/kg (correct)
  • 0.8 mg
  • What is the mechanism of action of Atropine Sulfate in the treatment of symptomatic bradycardia?

  • Blocking of beta receptors
  • Increases muscarinic responses
  • Enhancing parasympathetic responses
  • Blocks vagal impulses (correct)
  • What is a potential adverse effect of Atropine Sulfate administration?

  • Bradycardia
  • Ventricular tachycardia (correct)
  • Hypotension
  • Miosis
  • What is the adult dosing for Atropine Sulfate in the treatment of symptomatic bradycardia?

    <p>0.8 mg 5 ml IV/IO/IM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the treatment of organophosphate poisoning, how frequently can Atropine Sulfate be repeated as needed?

    <p>Every 3-5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a precaution to consider when administering Atropine Sulfate?

    <p>Fast administration may lead to paradoxical bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Atropine on the SA node?

    <p>Enhance impulse conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When treating organophosphate poisoning with Atropine, how frequently can the dose be repeated as needed?

    <p>Every 5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are potential side effects of Atropine Sulfate administration?

    <p>Pupil dilation, tachycardia, V-Fib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of action of Atropine Sulfate?

    <p>Variable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what type of cardiac conditions is the use of Atropine Sulfate contraindicated?

    <p>Atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Atropine Sulfate impact cardiac output?

    <p>Enhances AV conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended dose of Atropine in the treatment of symptomatic bradycardia?

    <p>0.04 mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is a contraindication for the use of Atropine Sulfate?

    <p>Atrial fibrillation (A-Fib)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the onset of action of Atropine Sulfate?

    <p>0.7 to 4 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following adverse effects is associated with Atropine administration?

    <p>Excessive salivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pharmacological class of Atropine?

    <p>Parasympatholytic &amp; Anticholinergic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main mechanism of action of Atropine in enhancing cardiac output?

    <p>Blockade of vagal impulses leading to increased SA node discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of Atropine Sulfate administration related to the eyes?

    <p>Mydriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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