chapter 16&18

Which of the following best defines an NMBA?
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Which of the following best defines an NMBA?
drugs that paralyze muscles and prevent movement
Muscle paralysis caused by nondepolarizing blocking agents can be reversed using which of the following?
cholinesterase inhibitors
the transmission of nerve conduction in skeletal muscle is chemically mediated by which neurotransmitter?
acetylcholine
What is the simplest means of monitoring the adequacy of neuromuscular blockade?
direct observation of muscle activity
Repolarization of the muscle fiber occurs when acetylcholine is broken down and inactivated by the enzyme:
acetylcholinesterase
Which of the following indicates initial depolarization after administration of succinylcholine?
fasciculations
The drug that is administered rapidly to treat supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is:
adenosine
The reason for the rapid administration to adenosine (Adenocard) is due to its:
half-life of 12 seconds
the term that refers to the use of sedatives and analgesics to prevent patient discomfort during invasive procedures is:
conscious sedation
If a mechanically ventilated patient is receiving vecuronium, the patient should also receive which of the following?
1. sedation
2. analgesics
3. frequent suctioning
4. bronchodilator therapy
1. sedation
2. analgesics
Which of the following drugs can reverse the effects of nondepolarizing blockade? 1. edrophonium 2. pyridostigmine 3. neostigmine 4. rocuronium1. edrophonium 2. pyridostigmine 3. neostigmineWhich of the following pulmonary symptoms may occur with the administration of ß blockers? 1. bronchospasm 2. wheezing 3. dyspnea 4. cough1. bronchospasm 2. wheezing 3. dyspnea 4. cough