Neuromuscular blocking agents:

A) are most commonly used as the sole agent to facilitate placement of an ET tube.
B) convert a breathing patient with a marginal airway into an apneic patient with no airway.
C) induce total body paralysis within 10 to 15 minutes following administration via IV push.
D) have a negative effect on both cardiac and smooth muscle and commonly cause dysrhythmias.


Answer: B) convert a breathing patient with a marginal airway into an apneic patient with no airway.

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