Full 2L QBank
Pharmacology Anesthesia d2f8cd0b

The admistration of succinylcholine to a paraplegic patient led to appearance of dysarrythimas, conduction abnormalities band finally cardiac arrest. The most likely cause is

A
Hypercalcemia
B
Hyperkalemia
C
Anaphylaxis
D
Hypermagnesmia
High-Yield Explanation
Refer Katzung 11/e p460 Succinylcholine can cause Hyperkalemia especially in patients with nerve and muscle disorders. Therefore it is contra indicated in patients with nerve diseases and muscle diseases

Related Pharmacology MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now