Skeletal Muscle Relaxants Lecture 7 Quiz

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of using curare 'D-tubocurarine'?

  • Short duration of action
  • Enhanced muscle contraction
  • Ganglion blocking effect (correct)
  • Stimulant effect on motor end plate

What is the onset time for succinylcholine?

  • 30 seconds (correct)
  • 5 minutes
  • 2 minutes
  • 1 minute

How is curare 'D-tubocurarine' metabolized in the body?

  • Metabolized in the brain
  • Partially hepatic metabolism (correct)
  • Renal excretion
  • Excreted unchanged in feces

Which statement regarding succinylcholine is true?

<p>Produces skeletal muscle paralysis preceded by muscle twitches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does curare 'D-tubocurarine' have on muscle contraction?

<p>Inhibits muscle contraction by preventing depolarization of muscle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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