Which Information About a Patient Who Is Receiving Cisatracurium (Nimbex)to

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which information about a patient who is receiving cisatracurium (Nimbex) to prevent asynchronous breathing with the positive pressure ventilator requires immediate action by the nurse?

• A) Only continuous IV opioids have been ordered.
• B) The patient does not respond to verbal stimulation.
• C) There is no cough or gag when the patient is suctioned.
• D) The patient's oxygen saturation fluctuates between 90% to 93%.

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