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Anaesthesia General 056063d7

Which of the following is the shoest acting non-depolarizing muscle relaxant (NDMR) and causes bronchospasm?

A
Succinyl choline
B
Rapacuronium
C
Atracurium
D
Pancuronium
High-Yield Explanation
Rapacuronium has a rapid onset of action, minimal cardiovascular side effects, and a sho duration of action. It was withdrawn by the manufacturer following several repos of serious bronchospasm, including a few unexplained fatalities. Histamine release may have been a factor. Ref: Morgan, Jr. G.E., Mikhail M.S., Murray M.J. (2006). Chapter 9. Neuromuscular Blocking Agents. In G.E. Morgan, Jr., M.S. Mikhail, M.J. Murray (Eds), Clinical Anesthesiology, 4e.

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