Best indicator for beneficial effect of atropine in a patient with organophosphorous poisoning is: March 2012: (A) Hea rate, (B) Pupil, (C) Blood pressure, (D) Ventilation
Answer is A. Ans: A i.e. Hea rate In organophosphate poisoning, atropine should be administered in doses of 0.6-2 mg i.v., repeated every 10-25 minutes until secretions are controlled, the skin is dr./ and there is sinus tachycardia.