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ATNA Autoinjector

ATNA Autoinjector
Item
Type Autoinjector
Category Medication
Action Access
Torso
Arms
Legs
Use Count Single-use
Weight 0.05kg | 0.10lb
Medication
Route(s) of administration IM
Dose Range ≥3 injections (See Dosing)
Medication Effects
Onset <30s
Peak ~10m
Duration ~15m
HR | BP | RR + + | + | N/A
Pain Relief None
Nausea None
Technical
Classname ACM_Autoinjector_ATNA

The ATNA (Antidote Treatment, Nerve Agent) Autoinjector is a device used to easily self administer an antidote for nerve agent exposure.

Function

The ATNA autoinjector is used to quickly administer an antidote for nerve agent exposure, without requiring dosing of liquid medication.

Depending on severity multiple injections of ATNAA may be required to fully manage and treat nerve agent exposure.

ATNAA is administered intramuscularly with a quick onset, moderate peak and long duration.

Usage

The Use ATNA Autoinjector action is available on the Limbs in the Medication Tab

3+ injections, based on exposure severity

Effects

  • Heart Rate: + +
  • Blood Pressure: +
  • Respiration Rate: N/A

Potential Complications

  • Tachycardia
  • Cardiac Arrest

Indications

  • Nerve Agent Exposure

Contraindications

  • Tachycardia (NOT from nerve agent exposure)

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