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EY67

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The nurse prepares a patient for a diagnostic procedure. Succinylcholine will be administered. Which information should be given to the patient?
 
  1. There is a high risk of arrhythmias with the use of this agent.
  2. Nerve damage may occur and will likely be permanent.
  3. Transient muscle pain is common after the use of this agent.
  4. This agent is not associated with any side effects.

Question 2

A patient concurrently receiving which medication would be at risk for an intensified succinylcholine action?
 
  1. Tetracycline
  2. Ibuprofen
  3. Opioids
  4. Acetaminophen


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Athena23

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

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EY67

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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