Question 2005 of 406 · Illinois Pesticide Applicator General Standards Exam
Which of these is a symptom of mild organophosphate or carbamate poisoning?
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Correct answer to question 2005
- D: Headache, nausea, sweating and blurred vision
Explanation
Cholinesterase inhibitors overstimulate nerves, leading to headache, sweating, salivation, nausea, blurred vision and pinpoint pupils. Dilated pupils and a dry mouth are the opposite pattern.
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