Most patients who receive succinylcholine (Anectine) as a muscle paralyzer have a brief response that lasts only a few minutes. A patient who experiences a very prolonged effect from the drug at a standard dosage is experiencing a(n)
a. anaphylactic reaction.
b. idiosyncratic effect.
c. iatrogenic response.
d. physical dependence.
ANS: B
An idiosyncratic effect occurs as an uncommon drug response resulting from a genetic predisposition.
An anaphylactic reaction occurs when there is an immune response by the body to a medication or allergen that causes the patient to experience bronchoconstriction, hypotension, and urticaria.
An iatrogenic response occurs when a disease or health alteration is caused by a drug.
Physical dependence occurs when the patient experiences a physical need for a drug; this is commonly seen with opioids.
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