Neuromuscular Blocking Agents Are Commonly Used in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

question 4

Multiple Choice

Neuromuscular blocking agents are commonly used in mechanically ventilated patients when which of the following occurs?

• A) The patient is in severe pain.
• B) Cardiac arrhythmias are present.
• C) The patient develops anxiety as a result of ICU psychosis.
• D) Patient-ventilator dyssynchrony cannot be corrected.

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