Which of the following drugs would be most likely to cause a psychotic reaction or behavioral disturbance in children?
a. atropine sulfate c. cyclopentolate HCl
b. scopolamine HBr d. homatropine HBr
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Atropine sulfate ophthalmic drops do not cause this response.
B Incorrect: Scopolamine ophthalmic drops do not cause this response.
C Correct: This medication is an anticholinergic mydriatic drug not recommended for use in children.
D Incorrect: Homatropine ophthalmic drops do not cause this response.
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