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Respiratory Therapist

Category - Initiation and Modification of Interventions

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A trauma patient has been brought to the Emergency Department. The patient is in acute respiratory failure but is combative. What drug would you recommend utilizing for the patient’s intubation?

Succinylcholine
Xanax
Diazepam
Valium

Explanation

Answer: A-Succinylcholine is recommended for use in emergency situations and aiding in intubation.

Succinylcholine is a short acting muscle relaxant and local anesthetic. It is commonly used in emergency situations to sedate combative patients. Xanax is used to treat anxiety and panic attacks but not as a sedative. Diazepam and Valium are the same drug. They are muscle relaxants but not recommended for emergency situations.

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