A Patient Will Receive Atracurium [Tracrium] During Surgery for Neuromuscular

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient will receive atracurium [Tracrium] during surgery for neuromuscular blockade. The nurse caring for this patient will correctly perform which of the following actions?

• A) Assess the patient for signs of CNS depression.
• B) Ensure that dantrolene is available in case of a serious adverse reaction.
• C) Monitor the patient's blood pressure closely.
• D) Review the preprocedure laboratory values related to renal and hepatic function.

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