Author Question: Which statement is accurate regarding the difference between succinylcholine, which is the only ... (Read 98 times)

leilurhhh

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 560
Which statement is accurate regarding the difference between succinylcholine, which is the only depolarizing neuromuscular blocker, and a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocker?
 
  1. Succinylcholine produces paralysis that is preceded by a brief period of muscle contraction.
  2. Succinylcholine produces a state of flaccid paralysis.
  3. Succinylcholine will produce sedation-like effects.
  4. Succinylcholine produces a more prolonged state of paralysis.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed mecamylamine for hypertension. Which teaching point should the nurse emphasize with this client?
 
  1. Take the drug with food.
  2. Take the drug early in the morning.
  3. Expect diarrhea as the major side effect.
  4. Change positions slowly.



kjo;oj

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 328
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Succinylcholine produces paralysis that is preceded by a brief period of muscle contraction.
Rationale 2: Succinylcholine produces paralysis that is preceded by a brief period of muscle contraction.
Rationale 3: Succinylcholine has no effects on the CNS.
Rationale 4: Succinylcholine is an ultra-short-acting neuromuscular blocking agent.
Global Rationale: Succinylcholine produces paralysis that is preceded by a brief period of muscle contraction. Succinylcholine has no effects on the CNS. Succinylcholine is an ultra-short-acting neuromuscular blocking agent.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Taking the drug with food would have no effect.
Rationale 2: Taking the drug early in the morning would have no effect.
Rationale 3: Mecamylamine would be more likely to cause constipation.
Rationale 4: Mecamylamine can cause orthostatic hypotension.
Global Rationale: Mecamylamine can cause orthostatic hypotension; therefore, the client should be taught to change positions slowly. Taking the drug with food or early in the morning would have no effect. Mecamylamine would be more likely to cause constipation.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

The most destructive flu epidemic of all times in recorded history occurred in 1918, with approximately 20 million deaths worldwide.

Did you know?

As many as 20% of Americans have been infected by the fungus known as Histoplasmosis. While most people are asymptomatic or only have slight symptoms, infection can progress to a rapid and potentially fatal superinfection.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

Did you know?

When blood is deoxygenated and flowing back to the heart through the veins, it is dark reddish-blue in color. Blood in the arteries that is oxygenated and flowing out to the body is bright red. Whereas arterial blood comes out in spurts, venous blood flows.

Did you know?

Approximately one in four people diagnosed with diabetes will develop foot problems. Of these, about one-third will require lower extremity amputation.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library