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Who was the first to publicly demonstrate the use of Ether anaesthesia?

John Collins Warren
William T.G. Morton (correct)
Dr. John Smith
Dr. Kabuluzi

What does the term 'anaesthesia' mean?

A state of permanent loss of sensation or awareness
A state of unconsciousness only
A state of heightened sensation and awareness
A state of temporary induced loss of sensation or awareness (correct)

What is the historical significance of October 16, 1846, in the field of anaesthesia?

Publication of the first anaesthesia research paper
First successful surgical procedure performed with anaesthesia (correct)
Discovery of anaesthetic drugs
Establishment of the first anaesthesia clinic

When is general anaesthetic typically used?

<p>For major operations when a patient needs to be unconscious (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did William T.G. Morton demonstrate about Ether anaesthesia?

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Ether anesthesia

A state of temporary loss of sensation or awareness induced by inhaling ether.

First public demonstration of ether anesthesia

William T.G. Morton's public showcasing of using ether to induce a loss of awareness during surgery in 1846.

Significance of October 16, 1846

First surgical procedure successfully performed with anesthesia (ether).

General anesthesia use

Used during major surgeries where patients need to be unconscious.

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William T.G. Morton's role

Demonstrated that inhaling ether effectively produced safe anesthesia for surgical procedures.