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What is the mechanism of breakdown of Atracurium?
What is the mechanism of breakdown of Atracurium?
- Liver metabolism
- Spontaneous plasma hydrolysis (Hoffman degradation) (correct)
- Pseudo-cholinesterase
- Kidney excretion
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic use of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic use of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
- During electroconvulsive (ECT) therapy
- During surgical operations
- Pain management (correct)
- Muscle relaxation
What is the effect of high doses of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
What is the effect of high doses of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
- Hypertension
- Bronchospasm
- Tachycardia
- Respiratory paralysis (correct)
What is the reversal agent for Rocuronium and Vecuronium?
What is the reversal agent for Rocuronium and Vecuronium?
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What is the mechanism of action of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
What is the mechanism of action of Non-depolarizing NMBs?
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Which of the following is a side effect of High-dose Pancuronium?
Which of the following is a side effect of High-dose Pancuronium?
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What is the enzyme responsible for metabolizing Mivacurium?
What is the enzyme responsible for metabolizing Mivacurium?
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What is the effect of Histamine release caused by Non-depolarizing NMBs?
What is the effect of Histamine release caused by Non-depolarizing NMBs?
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What is the mechanism of reversal of Non-depolarizing NMBs by Neostigmine?
What is the mechanism of reversal of Non-depolarizing NMBs by Neostigmine?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of Atracurium?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of Atracurium?
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