The patient's family asks why neuromuscular-blocking agents are used before electroconvulsive therapy.Which explanation by the nurse is most accurate?
A) "They stimulate respirations while therapy is delivered."
B) "They prevent aspiration of respiratory secretions during the therapy."
C) "They decrease intracranial pressure resulting from therapy."
D) "They reduce the risk of injury during therapy."
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