Multiple Choice
A patient's family history reveals that the patient may be at risk for malignant hyperthermia (MH) during anesthesia. The nurse explains to the patient that
A) anesthesia can be administered with minimal risks with the use of appropriate precautions and medications.
B) as long as succinylcholine (Anectine) is not administered as a muscle relaxant, the reaction should not occur.
C) surgery must be performed under local anesthetic to prevent development of a sudden, extreme increase in body temperature.
D) surgery will be delayed until the patient is genetically tested to determine whether he or she is susceptible to malignant hyperthermia.
Correct Answer:
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