Neuromuscular Blockers (NMBs) Classification
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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?

  • During electroconvulsive (ECT) therapy
  • During surgical operations
  • Pain management (correct)
  • Muscle relaxation

    • 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?

    <p>Sugammadex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Non-depolarizing NMBs?

    <p>Competitive block of acetylcholine receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a side effect of High-dose Pancuronium?

    <p>Tachycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the enzyme responsible for metabolizing Mivacurium?

    <p>Pseudo-cholinesterase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Histamine release caused by Non-depolarizing NMBs?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of reversal of Non-depolarizing NMBs by Neostigmine?

    <p>Displacement of competitive blockers from the receptor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of Atracurium?

    <p>Metabolism by liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

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