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Succinylcholine

Definition:

Succinylcholine is a medication used during anesthesia to induce muscle relaxation and facilitate endotracheal intubation.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

• Sense 1: A medication
• Sense 2: Used during anesthesia
• Sense 3: Induces muscle relaxation
• Sense 4: Facilitates endotracheal intubation

Usage:

Succinylcholine is commonly used in medical procedures to ensure temporary muscle paralysis and facilitate the insertion of a breathing tube into the patient's trachea.

Sample Sentences:

1. I administered succinylcholine to the patient before the surgical procedure.
2. The anesthesiologist used succinylcholine to induce muscle relaxation in the patient.
3. Succinylcholine made the endotracheal intubation process smoother.

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