All of the following are correct regarding the use of succinylcholine EXCEPT:
a. It is a short-acting, long- lasting neuromuscular blocker
b. It in a depolarizing agent
c. Succinylcholine should be administered by experienced personnel
d. May cause fractures if used in the pediatric patient
a
Rationale: a. It is a short-acting, short-lasting agent.
b. Succinylcholine is a depolarizing agent
c. When using succinylcholine, the most experienced paramedic should administer the medication
d. Succinylcholine may cause fractures in the pediatric population.
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