A technique used for monitoring blockade that evaluates the conduction of an impulse across the neuromuscular junction using supramaximal stimulus at a frequency of 2 Hz over 2 seconds is referred to as

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The most commonly used technique for monitoring blockade is the train-of-four (TOF)evaluation.In TOF,a supramaximal stimulus at a frequency of 2 Hz is applied to the nerve over 2 seconds.The nonpainful stimuli are delivered as four pulses,one every 0.5 second.The number of twitches that occur,ranging from 0 (100% blockade)to 4 (<75% blockade),are measured.Objective assessments include measurement of vital capacity,negative inspiratory force,and spontaneous respiratory rate.

A Technique Used for Monitoring Blockade That Evaluates the Conduction