Anesthesia Classification and Regional Anesthesia Quiz
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What is the primary area affected by spinal anesthesia?

  • Head and neck region
  • Chest area
  • Lower extremities (correct)
  • Upper extremities
  • Which measure is helpful in relieving headache as an after-effect of spinal anesthesia?

  • Excessive physical activity
  • Reducing fluid intake
  • Keeping the patient in an upright position
  • Maintaining a quiet environment (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of peripheral nerve blocks compared to local anesthesia?

  • They are used for surgery on the chest and abdomen
  • They involve blocking a specific nerve (correct)
  • They cause loss of consciousness
  • They have a shorter duration of action
  • How does Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) differ from general anesthesia?

    <p>It involves inhalation agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of epidural anesthesia over spinal anesthesia?

    <p>Lower risk of post-operative headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of anesthesia involves loss of sensation to a specific region of the body without loss of consciousness?

    <p>Regional anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of balanced anesthesia?

    <p>It combines IV and inhaled anesthetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of general anesthesia?

    <p>Results in loss of sensation and consciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor should be considered when choosing the type of anesthesia for a patient?

    <p>Duration of the surgical procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of general anesthesia in surgery?

    <p>To prevent the patient from feeling pain during surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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