Describe the Physiological Effect That Results from the Administration of an Anticholinergic

Describe the physiological effect that results from the administration of an anticholinergic agent prior to the administration of general anesthetic agents.

A) Anticholinergic drugs may be used as preanesthetic medications to prevent hypoxia.
B) Anticholinergic drugs may be used as preanesthetic medications to prevent the increase in salivary and bronchial secretions induced by some anesthetics.
C) Anticholinergic drugs may be used as preanesthetic medications to improve the transfer of oxygen and anesthetic across the lungs.
D) All of these are correct.