Question
A mother reports that her daughter ingested a substance in an unknown dose. The girl presents with hypertension, tachycardia, mydriasis, and hyperthermia. What is the most likely substance?
| A. |
Heroin
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| B. |
Morphine
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| C. |
Cocaine
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| D. |
Chlorpheniramine
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � C
Explanation
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– Hypertension, tachycardia, mydriasis & hyperthermia → stimulant toxicity.
– Cocaine: Causes sympathomimetic effects matching these symptoms.
Incorrect Options:
– Heroin & Morphine: Opioids cause miosis, bradycardia & hypotension.
– Chlorpheniramine: Antihistamine causing sedation, not sympathetic overdrive.
