The drug Atropine blocks the action of of acetylcholine on structures innervated by post-ganglionic cholinergic neurones.
State precisely which part of the nervous system will be affected by atropine and suggest why atropine might be used during anesthesia.
Answer:
It acts on the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system.
It is used to prevent excessive secretion of saliva, mucus. And prevent bronchial constriction. Also, stops heart slowing.
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