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Neuromuscular blocking agents have no effect on consciousness, therefore, the paramedic should:
 
  a. Administer following a sedative/hypnotic
  b. Only utilize neuromuscular blockers when a patient has lost consciousness
  c. Remember to utilize only small amounts of the neuromuscular blocker if necessary
  d. Only use neuromuscular blockade during seizures

Question 2

What is the most common cause of chronic viral hepatitis in the United States?
 
  A) Hepatitis D B) Hepatitis E C) Hepatitis B D) Hepatitis C


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. Neuromuscular blockers may be necessary when the patient is conscious and alert.
c. The correct dosage range must be administered to be effective.
d. Seizures only represent one indication of neuromuscular blockade.

Answer to Question 2

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