17 Questions
What is a potential complication of the Trendelenburg position during anesthesia?
Upward pressure on the diaphragm
What is an indication for tracheal intubation in an edentulous patient?
Anticipated difficulty in using mask anesthesia
Which of the following anesthesia techniques may be used to supplement other techniques?
Regional anesthesia
What is a potential complication of the prone position during anesthesia?
Abdominal compression and ventilatory embarrassment
What is a characteristic of dissociative anesthesia?
Cataleptic appearance with eyes open
What is a potential complication of the lithotomy position during anesthesia?
Nerve damage on the medial or lateral side of the leg
What is the primary purpose of tracheal intubation during thoracic operations?
To protect the respiratory tract
What is a potential complication of nasal intubation?
Epistaxis and trauma to pharyngeal wall
What is the main benefit of muscle relaxant anesthesia?
It permits lighter anesthesia with less risk of cardiovascular depression
What is the primary application of balanced anesthesia?
All of the above
What is a potential late complication of tracheal intubation?
Tracheal stenosis
Which of the following is NOT a component of balanced anesthesia?
Muscle relaxation
At which plane of anesthesia is the carinal reflex abolished?
Not abolished at any plane
What is a common indication for induction of anesthesia by an inhalational technique?
Upper airway obstruction
What is a complication of inhalational anesthesia?
Airway obstruction
In which stage of anesthesia is there a risk of impending respiratory and circulatory failure?
Stage 4
What is a problem that can occur during stage 2 of anesthesia?
Laryngeal spasm
Test your knowledge of anesthetic types, patient positioning, and potential complications in surgical procedures. This quiz covers dissociative anesthesia, patient positioning, and the potential risks associated with certain positions.
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