The respiratory therapist is preparing to assist in the intubation of an adult male patient. The anesthesia resident wishes to administer a neuromuscular blocker that has a fast onset and short duration. Which of the following should the therapist recommend?

A. ketamine
B. vecuronium
C. rocuronium
D. succinylcholine

Answer: D. succinylcholine

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