atropine HIGH ALERT
AnticholinergicWhat it's for
Symptomatic bradycardia
Nursing considerations
- 1 mg IV push for bradycardia per ACLS — repeat to 3 mg total
- Anticipate pacing if it fails
- Dry everything (mouth, eyes) after
Key side effects
📈 Watch
HR, rhythm
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
