Many factors have contributed to the evolution and progressive growth of ambulatory surgery.Select the three anesthetic agents that promote fast induction,rapid emergence,and minimal side effects and have been credited as a significant factor in this trend.
A) Propofol, desflurane, sublimaze
B) Ketamine, sevoflurane, propofol
C) Desflurane, midazolam, halothane
D) Sevoflurane, propofol, desflurane

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Goals for anesthesia in an ambulatory setting include minimal physiologic changes secondary to the anesthetic,fast induction,rapid emergence while maintaining patient comfort,intraoperative amnesia and analgesia,suitable operating conditions,minimal perioperative side effects,and minimized postoperative side effects,such as nausea.Use of a laryngeal mask airway (LMA),awareness monitoring,and certain anesthetics (such as propofol,sevoflurane,and desflurane)contribute to attaining these goals.

Many Factors Have Contributed to the Evolution and Progressive Growth