Nursing management of the patient receiving a neuromuscular blocking agent should include
a. withholding all sedation and narcotics.
b. protecting the patient from the environment.
c. keeping the patient supine.
d. speaking to the patient only when necessary.
B
Patient safety is a major concern for the patient receiving a neuromuscular blocking agent because these patients are unable to protect themselves from the environment. Special precautions should be taken to protect the patient at all times.
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