Question

What is the adult max dose for atropine?

1) 1 mg/hour
2) 2 mg/hour
3) 3 mg/hour
4) 4 mg/hour

Answer 1

The adult maximum dose of atropine is not defined per hour for general use. In emergency situations such as nerve agent poisoning, dosing is based on clinical effect, with higher or continuous dosing allowed under medical supervision.

Step-by-step explanation:

The adult maximum dose of atropine depends on the indication and situation, including emergency contexts such as nerve agent poisoning. For general medical use and in the absence of specific emergencies, there is not a strictly defined 'per hour' maximum dose as atropine is typically administered in single doses or as needed based on clinical signs. However, for nerve agent poisoning, atropine dosing is titrated to effect, mainly the reduction of bronchial secretions and airway management, rather than a fixed maximum hourly dose. The initial dose for severe symptoms is often 2 to 6 mg intravenously, and can be repeated every 5 to 60 minutes. In dire emergency situations, where nerve agents are involved, medical protocols may allow for higher or continuous dosing under close medical supervision until symptoms are under control.