A Patient Receives a Neuromuscular Blocking Agent as an Adjunct

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient receives a neuromuscular blocking agent as an adjunct to inhalation anesthesia. When caring for this patient, it is important for the nurse to remember that neuromuscular blocking agents:

• A) cause vagal slowing of the heart.
• B) increase the required dose of inhalation anesthetics.
• C) increase the depth of unconsciousness.
• D) prevent contraction of the diaphragm.

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