Patients suffering from the sudden onset of severe neuromuscular symptoms may have nerve agent intoxication and should be given atropine (0.05 mg/kg) promptly for its antimuscarinic effects. Atropine has the following effects EXCEPT

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Atropine does not improve skeletal muscle paralysis, which requires pralidoxime.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Large VSDs often lead to failure to thrive due to high-output heart failure.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Succinylcholine increases the risk of myocardial depression with volatile agents, which can lead to life-threatening cardiac events.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Systemic JIA is associated with a higher risk of developing AA amyloidosis.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The recommended chest compression rate for infants during CPR is at least 100 per minute to ensure adequate perfusion and circulation during resuscitation.