Which of the following can be potentiating factors in terms of response to neuromuscular block-ers? Select all that apply
a. Acidosis
b. Alkalosis
c. Aminophylline
d. Beta blockers
e. Calcium channel blockers
f. Pregnancy
g. Magnesium sulfate
ANS: A, D, E, G
Acidosis, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and magnesium sulfate all can potentiate the effects of neuromuscular blockers, whereas the other factors have an antagonistic effect in re-sponse to neuromuscular blockers.
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