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What is the primary purpose of neuromuscular blockers?
What is the primary purpose of neuromuscular blockers?
- To relieve pain
- To promote muscle growth
- To paralyze muscles (correct)
- To improve joint flexibility
Which of the following is NOT part of the nursing assessment for musculoskeletal disorders?
Which of the following is NOT part of the nursing assessment for musculoskeletal disorders?
- Assess for respiratory function (correct)
- Review laboratory diagnostic studies
- Determine which ADLs require help
- Ask about medication history
In the context of musculoskeletal disorders, what does ADL stand for?
In the context of musculoskeletal disorders, what does ADL stand for?
- Activities of Daily Living (correct)
- After Daily Living
- Additional Diagnostic Laboratory
- Active Development Limitation
Why must a patient receiving neuromuscular blockers be intubated and on mechanical ventilation?
Why must a patient receiving neuromuscular blockers be intubated and on mechanical ventilation?
What is a common early sign of respiratory depression that nurses should monitor for?
What is a common early sign of respiratory depression that nurses should monitor for?
Which action should a nurse take if a patient exhibits shallow, rapid respirations and cyanosis?
Which action should a nurse take if a patient exhibits shallow, rapid respirations and cyanosis?
What is the common adverse effect associated with the drug baclofen?
What is the common adverse effect associated with the drug baclofen?
Which drug class acts by CNS depression but the exact mechanism of action is not known?
Which drug class acts by CNS depression but the exact mechanism of action is not known?
What is a significant consideration when administering neuromuscular blocking agents?
What is a significant consideration when administering neuromuscular blocking agents?
Which drug is used to control spasticity of chronic disorders like cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis?
Which drug is used to control spasticity of chronic disorders like cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis?
What is a common adverse effect of colchicine?
What is a common adverse effect of colchicine?
For which condition are direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxants like dantrolene used?
For which condition are direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxants like dantrolene used?
'Bisphosphonates' are commonly used for the treatment of which condition?
'Bisphosphonates' are commonly used for the treatment of which condition?
'Etanercept, adalimumab, infliximab' are common examples of which type of drugs?
'Etanercept, adalimumab, infliximab' are common examples of which type of drugs?
What is a primary consideration regarding the administration of skeletal muscle relaxants?
What is a primary consideration regarding the administration of skeletal muscle relaxants?
