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Atropine in paediatric ALS

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When bradycardia is unresponsive to improved ventilation and circulatory support, atropine may be used

  • dose of atropine is 20 microgram per kg, with a maximum dose of 600 microgram, and a minimum dose of 100 microgram to avoid a paradoxical effect at low doses

Reference:

  1. Resuscitation Council (UK). Advanced Paediatric Life Support. Guidelines 2005.

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