q1! - sarim

[ArchivalUser]

A 32 y/o is brought to the ER because of diffuse muscle weakness and palpitations. His temperature is 37.2C, pulse is 82/min, respirations are 12/min, and blood pressure is 137/62 mm Hg. Physical exam shows mydriasis. Which of the following agents is the most likely cause of the findings seen in this patient?

A. Atropine
B. Succinylcholine
C. Ephedrine
D. Phenelzine
E. Botulinum toxin

[ArchivalUser]

AA

[ArchivalUser]

E

[ArchivalUser]

E, I guess, I dont think atropine has any effect on muscles eh ?

[ArchivalUser]

OO yea thanks sam2016 respiratory depression and muscle weakness= botulinum toxin, sorry abt that

Ans E

[ArchivalUser]

"E" is correct. Thanks