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What is the mechanism of action of nondepolarizing muscle relaxants?
They competitively inhibit the effect of ACh at the postjunctional membrane nicotinic receptor
Which drug is a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocker?
Atracurium
What can chronic muscle spasm result in?
Muscle atrophy
What is the function of depolarizing muscle relaxants?
Act as acetylcholine (ACh) receptor agonists
What is the primary effect of nondepolarizing agents on the neuromuscular junction?
They competitively inhibit the effect of ACh at the postjunctional membrane nicotinic receptor
Test your knowledge of skeletal muscle relaxant drugs and their effects on muscle spasm and relaxation. Learn about the use of neuromuscular blockers in inducing skeletal muscle relaxation.
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