Question 13

Compare and contrast rocuronium and cisatracurium

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This question was best answered using a tabular format outlining class of drug, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, reversibility and side effects. Better answers commented on the significance of the differences between the two agents and its relevance to ICU practice. Many candidates confused these muscle relaxants with each other and with depolarising muscle relaxants

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