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What is the primary mechanism of action of vecuronium?
What is the primary mechanism of action of vecuronium?
- Acts directly on muscle cells to prevent calcium release
- Blocks acetylcholine from binding to nicotinic receptors
- Competitively blocks acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction (correct)
- Stimulates GABA-B receptors, inhibiting neurotransmitter release
What was the primary reason for the withdrawal of rapacuronium from the market?
What was the primary reason for the withdrawal of rapacuronium from the market?
- Severe hypertension
- Cardiovascular issues
- Mild tachycardia
- Severe bronchospasm (correct)
What is the primary indication for the use of dantrolene?
What is the primary indication for the use of dantrolene?
- Facilitating mechanical ventilation
- Rapid-sequence intubation
- Muscle relaxation in general anesthesia
- Treating malignant hyperthermia and chronic spasticity (correct)
What is the primary mechanism of action of baclofen?
What is the primary mechanism of action of baclofen?
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What is the primary use of vecuronium?
What is the primary use of vecuronium?
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