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Atropine – ACLS Drugs Video
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- Atropine is an anticholinergic/parasympathetic blocker that speeds up the heart rate.
- Atropine is indicated for symptomatic sinus bradycardia.
- The dose of atropine is 0.5 mg IV/IO every 3–5 minutes to a total dose of 3 mg.
- The provider should be prepared for transcutaneous pacing if atropine does not raise the heart rate.
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