Atropine Toxicity phrases Flashcards

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Mad as a hatter

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Delirium, most dangerous toxicity in adults

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Blind as a bat

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

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Dry as a bone

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

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Hot as a Hare

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

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5
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Red as Beet

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Skin flushing

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6
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Extras

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

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