Succinylcholine is contraindicated in patients whit crush injuries because of

(A) hypovolemia.
(B) risk of hyperkalemia.
(C) increased muscle tremors.
(D) risk of laryngal edema.

Ans: (B) risk of hyperkalemia.

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An asterisk following the reexamination date on a cylinder indicates that the cylinder:

a. has passed the test. c. must be retested every 10 years. b. must be retested every 5 years. d. has been sold to another company.

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Laws set forth in the OSHA ________ Pathogens Standard of 1991 dictate how you must handle infectious or potentially infectious waste generated during medical or surgical procedures.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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