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Which factor has a significant effect on the choice of anaesthetic according to the text?
Which factor has a significant effect on the choice of anaesthetic according to the text?
- Surgeon's preference (correct)
- Risk for postoperative nausea and vomiting
- Equipment available
- Patient positioning
What type of anaesthesia may be employed for an operation involving removal of an in-growing toe nail?
What type of anaesthesia may be employed for an operation involving removal of an in-growing toe nail?
- General anaesthesia
- Local infiltration (correct)
- Epidural anaesthesia
- Spinal anaesthesia
Which type of nerve block is NOT mentioned as a possible technique for foot surgery in the text?
Which type of nerve block is NOT mentioned as a possible technique for foot surgery in the text?
- Sciatic nerve block at the buttock
- Popliteal sciatic nerve block
- Femoral nerve block (correct)
- Ankle block
What may be combined with loco-regional techniques for foot surgery according to the text?
What may be combined with loco-regional techniques for foot surgery according to the text?
Which familial condition could impact the choice of anaesthetic according to the text?
Which familial condition could impact the choice of anaesthetic according to the text?
What should be considered to minimize risks for aspiration during anaesthesia?
What should be considered to minimize risks for aspiration during anaesthesia?
What does the mnemonic 'IMALES' stand for in the context of intubation?
What does the mnemonic 'IMALES' stand for in the context of intubation?
What is the formula used to determine the appropriate endotracheal tube size for pediatric patients?
What is the formula used to determine the appropriate endotracheal tube size for pediatric patients?
How is correct endotracheal tube placement confirmed?
How is correct endotracheal tube placement confirmed?
What is the recommended depth of insertion for an endotracheal tube in females based on the text?
What is the recommended depth of insertion for an endotracheal tube in females based on the text?
Which piece of equipment is NOT commonly used as a supraglottic device according to the text?
Which piece of equipment is NOT commonly used as a supraglottic device according to the text?
What is the recommended endotracheal tube depth of insertion for males based on the text?
What is the recommended endotracheal tube depth of insertion for males based on the text?
Which action confirms correct endotracheal tube placement by assessing chest movement?
Which action confirms correct endotracheal tube placement by assessing chest movement?
In orotracheal intubation, what is the common endotracheal tube size range for males?
In orotracheal intubation, what is the common endotracheal tube size range for males?
