You are at the scene of a patient who has attempted suicide by taking a large amount of metoprolol, a beta-blocking agent. After initial care of the airway, breathing, and circulation, you should consider the administration of:
a. Lidocaine to suppress potential ventricular ectopy
b. Insulin to decrease circulating glucose
c. Epinephrine to antagonize the beta-blocking effects of metoprolol
d. Glucagon as an antidote
d
Rationale: d. Glucagon is indicated in beta-blocker or calcium channel blocker overdose.
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