Neuromuscular Blocking Agents Are Used in the Management of Some

question 21

Multiple Choice

Neuromuscular blocking agents are used in the management of some ventilated patients.Their primary mode of action is:

• A) analgesia.
• B) anticonvulsant.
• C) paralysis.
• D) sedation.

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Definitions:

Randomly Varying

Characterized by changes that do not follow a predictable pattern and occur in a random manner.

Reinforcement

In behaviorism, a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Fixed-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is only rewarded after a specified number of responses, leading to high and steady response rates.

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.