The most important nursing intervention for patients who receive neuromuscular blocking agents is to:
a. administer sedatives in conjunction with the neuromuscular blocking agents.
b. assess neurological status every 30 minutes.
c. avoid interaction with the patient, because he or she won't be able to hear.
d. restrain the patient to avoid self-extubation.
A
Neuromuscular blocking agents cause paralysis only; they do not cause sedation. Therefore, concomitant administration of sedatives is essential. Neurological status is monitored according to unit protocol. Nurses should communicate with all critically ill patients, regardless of their status. If the patient is paralyzed, restraining devices may not be needed.
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