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What is the main reason why holding a mask on a dog during anaesthesia can exacerbate stress?
What is the main reason why holding a mask on a dog during anaesthesia can exacerbate stress?
- It increases the oxygen level in the animal's body
- It emits loud noises that scare the animal
- It restricts the animal's breathing (correct)
- It causes dizziness in the animal
Which type of drug is preferred over heavy sedation in anaesthetizing animals with respiratory disease?
Which type of drug is preferred over heavy sedation in anaesthetizing animals with respiratory disease?
- General anaesthetic (correct)
- Mild tranquilizer
- Only induction agents
- Respiratory stimulant
What effect does sedation have on an animal's anxiety and stress levels before anaesthesia?
What effect does sedation have on an animal's anxiety and stress levels before anaesthesia?
- Reduces anxiety and stress (correct)
- Has no effect on stress levels
- Increases anxiety
- Only reduces stress levels
Which part of the brain plays a major role in controlling breathing?
Which part of the brain plays a major role in controlling breathing?
How do chemoreceptors contribute to the control of breathing in animals?
How do chemoreceptors contribute to the control of breathing in animals?
Which method can be used to make an animal more interested in an anaesthesia mask during sedation?
Which method can be used to make an animal more interested in an anaesthesia mask during sedation?
What effect does oxygen have on animals during anaesthesia?
What effect does oxygen have on animals during anaesthesia?
How does sedation affect the volume of air that an animal breathes?
How does sedation affect the volume of air that an animal breathes?
If ETCO2 drops below 20mmHg, what could be a potential cause?
If ETCO2 drops below 20mmHg, what could be a potential cause?
What should be checked if ETCO2 is greater than 60mmHg?
What should be checked if ETCO2 is greater than 60mmHg?
Why is using a laryngoscope mentioned during the induction of anesthesia?
Why is using a laryngoscope mentioned during the induction of anesthesia?
What should be done if ETCO2 is above 60mmHg?
What should be done if ETCO2 is above 60mmHg?
What action should be taken if inspired CO2 is greater than 5mmHg?
What action should be taken if inspired CO2 is greater than 5mmHg?
Why is monitoring blood pressure mentioned during anesthesia maintenance?
Why is monitoring blood pressure mentioned during anesthesia maintenance?
What is the primary purpose of using a capnograph during ventilation assistance?
What is the primary purpose of using a capnograph during ventilation assistance?
Why might lidocaine be sprayed on a cat's larynx during the induction of anesthesia?
Why might lidocaine be sprayed on a cat's larynx during the induction of anesthesia?
What is essential for generating ATP in cells?
What is essential for generating ATP in cells?
Which factor determines oxygen delivery to the capillary bed?
Which factor determines oxygen delivery to the capillary bed?
What is necessary for haemoglobin to bind oxygen properly?
What is necessary for haemoglobin to bind oxygen properly?
Which monitoring tool is highlighted as the first thing that changes during cardiac arrest?
Which monitoring tool is highlighted as the first thing that changes during cardiac arrest?
What action should be taken to redistribute surfactant across lung tissue?
What action should be taken to redistribute surfactant across lung tissue?
What is the top tip given for anesthesia success in a patient with respiratory distress?
What is the top tip given for anesthesia success in a patient with respiratory distress?
Why is close monitoring during recovery emphasized for respiratory cases?
Why is close monitoring during recovery emphasized for respiratory cases?
What is recommended to avoid barotrauma during ventilatory support?
What is recommended to avoid barotrauma during ventilatory support?
What can be administered to reduce nausea and regurgitation in patients?
What can be administered to reduce nausea and regurgitation in patients?
Which drug protocol is recommended for a sicker ASA 3-4 patient during premedication (dog)?
Which drug protocol is recommended for a sicker ASA 3-4 patient during premedication (dog)?
What is an essential consideration for premedication in brachycephalic dogs with ASA 2-3?
What is an essential consideration for premedication in brachycephalic dogs with ASA 2-3?
What is a common protocol for premedication in a sicker ASA 3-4 dog?
What is a common protocol for premedication in a sicker ASA 3-4 dog?
What is the primary reason for administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
What is the primary reason for administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
Which medication is NOT typically recommended for premedication in cats?
Which medication is NOT typically recommended for premedication in cats?
Why should ketamine be administered cautiously during premedication in cats?
Why should ketamine be administered cautiously during premedication in cats?
In premedication, what is the purpose of administering metoclopramide to patients?
In premedication, what is the purpose of administering metoclopramide to patients?
Why is the administration of oxygen emphasized during premedication in both dogs and cats?
Why is the administration of oxygen emphasized during premedication in both dogs and cats?
Which medication is commonly used to reduce decongested nares in dogs during premedication?
Which medication is commonly used to reduce decongested nares in dogs during premedication?
What is a possible reason for selecting benzodiazepines as part of the premedication protocol for sicker ASA 3-4 dogs?
What is a possible reason for selecting benzodiazepines as part of the premedication protocol for sicker ASA 3-4 dogs?
Why is it important to give methadone or butorphanol before an anesthetic procedure in cats?
Why is it important to give methadone or butorphanol before an anesthetic procedure in cats?
What are the drug options for premedication in brachycephalic dogs with ASA 2-3?
What are the drug options for premedication in brachycephalic dogs with ASA 2-3?
What drug options are recommended for premedication in cats?
What drug options are recommended for premedication in cats?
What is the purpose of administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
What is the purpose of administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
Why is methadone or butorphanol recommended before anesthetic procedures in cats?
Why is methadone or butorphanol recommended before anesthetic procedures in cats?
Why is the administration of oxygen emphasized during premedication in both dogs and cats?
Why is the administration of oxygen emphasized during premedication in both dogs and cats?
What is the key reason for selecting benzodiazepines as part of the premedication protocol for sicker ASA 3-4 dogs?
What is the key reason for selecting benzodiazepines as part of the premedication protocol for sicker ASA 3-4 dogs?
What medications can be administered to reduce nausea and regurgitation in patients?
What medications can be administered to reduce nausea and regurgitation in patients?
Why is close monitoring during recovery emphasized for respiratory cases?
Why is close monitoring during recovery emphasized for respiratory cases?
What is the primary reason for administering oxygen during premedication in both dogs and cats?
What is the primary reason for administering oxygen during premedication in both dogs and cats?
What is the main reason for administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
What is the main reason for administering omeprazole during premedication in certain patients?
