The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving neuromuscular blocking agents and is mechanically ventilated. For which reason should the alarms on the ventilator be activated?
A. The patient cannot breathe.
B. The patient might have arrhythmias.
C. The patient may have reduced intrapleural pressure.
D. The patient will experience oxygen toxicity.
Answer: A
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