Deck 35: General Anesthetics

Question 1

The administration of halothane and morphine can lead to:

A) An increase in hepatic toxicity over that of halothane alone.
B) Increased amnestic response.
C) Cerebral vasodilation leading to increased ICP
D) Malignant hypertension
E) Improved organ perfusion over that of halothane alone.

Answer 1

Cerebral vasodilation leading to increased ICP

Question 2

A benzodiazepine is often administered along with the use of ketamine because:

A) Of the short duration of ketamine
B) Of the high incidence of dysphoric episodes and disturbing dreams with ketamine
C) Benzodiazepines increase the effectiveness of NMDA antagonism
D) Benzodiazepines have analgesic properties

Answer 2

Of the high incidence of dysphoric episodes and disturbing dreams with ketamine

Question 3

The use of N₂O with halogenated anesthetics is common. The addition of N₂O can:

A) Trigger megaloblastic anemia
B) Reduce the amount of halogenated anesthetic used
C) Lead to air emboli in the bloodstream
D) A and C
E) All of the above

Answer 3

All of the above