A Patient with Hypovolemic Shock Secondary to Widespread Second- and Third-Degree

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient with hypovolemic shock secondary to widespread second- and third-degree burns is being mechanically ventilated.The patient appears agitated,and the respiratory therapist is unable to synchronize the ventilator to the patient.Which drug can the respiratory therapist suggest to the ICU team to sedate this patient and synchronize ventilation?

• A) Fentanyl
• B) Morphine
• C) Propofol
• D) Succinylcholine

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