Which of the following agents can be used to reverse a neuromuscular blockade?
I.Succinylcholine
II.Neostigmine
III.Pyridostigmine

Question

Which of the following agents can be used to reverse a neuromuscular blockade? 
I.Succinylcholine
II.Neostigmine
III.Pyridostigmine

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Neostigmine and Pyridostigmine are anticholinesterase inhibitors that can reverse a neuromuscular blockade by increasing the amount of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction. Succinylcholine is a depolarizing neuromuscular blocker itself and would not be used to reverse a blockade.

Which of the Following Agents Can Be Used to Reverse