Practice Question
A nurse is planning care for a client who is to receive a competitive neuromuscular blocking agent. Which of the following items should the nurse plan to have at the client's bedside?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Bag-valve-mask device
Rationale:
💎 Neuromuscular blockers paralyze skeletal muscles, including respiratory muscles.
💎 Bag-valve-mask provides immediate ventilation support in case of apnea.
💎 Central venous or urinary catheter trays are not immediate life-saving necessities.
💎 Temporary pacemaker is not indicated unless patient has cardiac conduction issues.
💎 Having this device at bedside ensures patient safety and rapid emergency intervention.
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