Anesthesia Complications: Bronchospasm
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What is a possible cause of bronchospasm during the induction of anesthesia?

  • Misplacement of endotracheal tube (correct)
  • Pulmonary oedema following failed intubation
  • Laryngeal mask or mask anesthesia
  • Anaphylaxis due to airway irritation

    • What is the primary way bronchospasm manifests during anesthesia?

  • Increased inflation pressures during IPPV
  • Audible wheeze on auscultation (correct)
  • Hypoventilation and low oxygen saturation
  • Prolonged expiration and hypotension

    • What may indicate bronchospasm if there is no audible wheeze on auscultation?

  • Increased inflation pressures
  • Silent chest on auscultation (correct)
  • Hypoventilation and low oxygen saturation
  • Prolonged expiration and hypotension

    • What is a possible cause of bronchospasm during maintenance of anesthesia?

    <p>Anaphylaxis or severe allergy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may occur during emergence or recovery phase of anesthesia that can cause bronchospasm?

    <p>Pulmonary oedema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of bronchospasm besides wheeze and prolonged expiration?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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