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    All are part of management of organophosphate poisoning, EXCEPT:
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    All are part of management of organophosphate poisoning, EXCEPT:

    A.

    Atropine administration

    B.

    Pralidoxime administration

    C.

    Artificial respiration if required

    D.

    Adrenaline (epinephrine) administration

    Correct option is D

    OPC poisoning causes cholinergic crisis. Main treatment: atropine (antimuscarinic), pralidoxime (reactivates cholinesterase), airway support. Adrenaline has no role.
    Explanation of options: (a) ✔ Atropine counters muscarinic effects (bronchorrhea, bradycardia). (b) ✔ Pralidoxime reactivates cholinesterase at NMJ. (c) ✔ Airway/ventilation support is lifesaving. (d) ✘ Adrenaline is not part of OPC management.

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