What is considered a positive diagnostic finding of a tensilon test?
a. after the cholinesterase inhibitor is administered, there are no observable changes in muscle strength or tone
b. within 30-60 seconds after receiving the cholinesterase inhibitor, there is increased muscle tone that lasts 4-5 min
c. within 30 min of receiving the cholinesterase inhibitor, there is improved muscle strength that lasts for several weeks
d. after the cholinesterase inhibitor is first administered, the pt will experience muscle weakness and then return to baseline
Answer: b. within 30-60 seconds after receiving the cholinesterase inhibitor, there is increased muscle tone that lasts 4-5 min
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