Test Your Knowledge on Organophosphate Poisoning

Introduction

Organophosphates are harmful chemicals used in common products like medications, insecticides, or nerve agents. Ingestion, inhalation, or dermal contact with organophosphates are highly toxic. Sweating, vomiting, and bewilderment are among the common symptoms of its lethal effects. Increased usage of chemical insecticides in agriculture has exposed many farmers to this toxic chemical.

These insecticides function by preventing the vital enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE), responsible for breaking down acetylcholine in the nervous system. Blocking acetylcholine causes its accumulation and overstimulates nicotinic and muscarinic receptors, leading to nervous system disorders (1^✔).

By taking this quiz, one can gain knowledge regarding organophosphate poisoning. The quiz consists of ten questions, each accompanied by an explanation of the correct answer.

The topics covered are:

• Examples of organophosphate pesticides (1^✔)
• Exposure to Organophosphates (2^✔)
• Organs affected (3^✔)
• Modes of exposure (4^✔)
• Symptoms (5^✔)
• Stages of organophosphate poisoning (6^✔) (7^✔)
• Antidote (8^✔)
• Causes of organophosphate poisoning (9^✔)