The nurse questions the use of which of the following agents in a client who has recently received a neuromuscular blocking agent?
a. gentamicin c. diazepam
b. levodopa d. aspirin
ANS: A
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A Correct: Gentamycin can intensity the action of the neuromuscular blocking agent.
B Incorrect: Levodopa is not contraindicated in this client.
C Incorrect: Diazepam is not contraindicated in this client.
D Incorrect: Aspirin is not contraindicated in this client.
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