Which reversal agent rapidly terminates rocuronium-induced neuromuscular blockade by direct chemical encapsulation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Sugammadex
Answer: Sugammadex.
Why not the others: Neostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor requiring an anticholinergic agent; Edrophonium is a short-acting cholinesterase inhibitor; Pralidoxime reactivates organophosphate-inhibited acetylcholinesterase in toxicology cases.
Why not the others: Neostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor requiring an anticholinergic agent; Edrophonium is a short-acting cholinesterase inhibitor; Pralidoxime reactivates organophosphate-inhibited acetylcholinesterase in toxicology cases.
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