Atracurium is a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker that undergoes a unique spontaneous degradation in the plasma. This process is called:
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Correct answer: Hofmann elimination
Atracurium is unique because it is inactivated by Hofmann elimination, a non-enzymatic chemical breakdown that occurs at physiological pH and temperature. This makes it a preferred agent for patients with kidney or liver failure.
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