Drugs such as vecuronium bromide (Norcuron) and pancuronium bromide (Pavulon) are MOST appropriate to administer when:
A) extended periods of paralysis are needed.
B) longer-acting paralytics are contraindicated.
C) you have a transport time of less than 15 minutes.
D) intubation of the patient is anticipated to be difficult.
Answer: A) extended periods of paralysis are needed.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Using the CPT manual, select a code for the following procedure
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