The Patient's Family Asks Why Neuromuscular-Blocking Agents Are Used Before

question 11

Multiple Choice

The patient's family asks why neuromuscular-blocking agents are used before electroconvulsive therapy.Which explanation by the nurse is most accurate?

• A) "They stimulate respirations while therapy is delivered."
• B) "They prevent aspiration of respiratory secretions during the therapy."
• C) "They decrease intracranial pressure resulting from therapy."
• D) "They reduce the risk of injury during therapy."

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Definitions:

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