Two Nurses Are Discussing the Major Differences Between Physostigmine [Antilirium]

question 8

Multiple Choice

Two nurses are discussing the major differences between physostigmine [Antilirium] and neostigmine [Prostigmin]. One nurse correctly makes which statement about physostigmine [Antilirium]?

• A) "It is not effective for treating poisoning by muscarinic blocking drugs."
• B) "It can readily cross the blood-brain barrier."
• C) "It does not cause any side effects."
• D) "It can be given by all routes."

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