During a hypermetabolic MH crisis,the patient will require major modalities of treatment.In addition to dantrolene what is another priority intervention?
A) Giving mannitol
B) Cooling the patient
C) Reversing the malignancy
D) Continuing succinylcholine

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In addition to dantrolene,the major modalities of treatment include cooling the patient with ice packs and cold IV solutions,administering diuretics,treating cardiac dysrhythmias,correcting acid-base and electrolyte imbalances,and monitoring fluid intake and output and body temperature.Triggering agents such as volatile anesthetics and succinylcholine are discontinued.

During a Hypermetabolic MH Crisis,the Patient Will Require Major Modalities