A person is given a dose of atropine during a medical emergency. What is the likely effect on the heart rate?
Q1. A person is given a dose of atropine during a medical emergency. What is the likely effect on the heart rate?
Answer: Increased heart rate
Explanation: Atropine increases heart rate by inhibiting the parasympathetic nervous system. USAT, HAT and MDCAT analytical sections repeat this pattern.