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What is the defining characteristic of Stage I anesthesia?

  • Muscle relaxation and analgesia
  • Suppression of the stress response
  • The time from the start of induction drugs until loss of consciousness (correct)
  • Complete loss of consciousness and sensation

    • Which of the following is NOT considered a component of general anesthesia?

  • Hypnosis
  • Analgesia
  • Increased blood pressure (correct)
  • Muscle relaxation

    • During Stage I anesthesia, a patient may exhibit which of the following signs?

  • Complete loss of consciousness
  • Apnea
  • Uncontrolled muscle spasms
  • Progressive ataxia (correct)

    • Which plane of anesthesia is most desirable for surgery?

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    What is the primary factor that can affect the monitoring of anesthetic depth?

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    What is 'balanced anesthesia'?

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    Which stage of anesthesia is characterized by the loss of consciousness and the onset of a regular breathing pattern?

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    What is the primary sign that differentiates Stage III, Plane I from the other stages?

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    Which animal species is most likely to exhibit laryngospasm in Stage II anesthesia?

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    According to the provided content, which of the following signs is NOT characteristic of Stage II anesthesia?

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    Which stage of anesthesia is considered suitable for minimally invasive procedures?

    <p>Stage III, Plane I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the increased heart rate and irregular breathing pattern in Stage II anesthesia?

    <p>Release of epinephrine and catecholamines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a species-specific sign to look for when assessing anesthetic depth in horses?

    <p>Lacrimation (A), Corneal reflex persistence into deeper anesthesia (B), Nystagmus in Stage II (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common problem associated with using ketamine as an anesthetic agent that makes assessing anesthetic depth difficult?

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    Which of the following reflexes is abolished in Stage III, Plane 2?

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    What is the most significant characteristic that distinguishes Stage III from Stage IV?

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    Which of the following is NOT a factor that can make monitoring anesthetic depth difficult?

    <p>Availability of an anesthetic gas analyzer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of a patient in the surgical anesthesia plane?

    <p>The patient is relaxed, with mild to no palpebral reflex, and smooth respiratory pattern. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following reflexes is NOT typically assessed during anesthetic depth monitoring?

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    What is a common concern with anesthetic depth in cats?

    <p>Cats are prone to developing laryngospasm during anesthesia. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage involves a decrease in heart rate and slow, shallow abdominal breathing pattern?

    <p>Stage III, Plane III (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of Stage III, Plane II in terms of muscle relaxation?

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    Which stage is characterized by a progressively dilated pupil and a central position?

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    What is a key indicator that an anesthetic overdose has occurred, leading to Stage IV?

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    Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Stage III, Plane IV?

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    What is the key distinction between Stage III, Plane II and Stage III, Plane III?

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    Which of these is NOT a reliable objective sign for monitoring anesthetic depth?

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    What is the primary reason for placing lubrication ointment in the eyes of an animal under anesthesia?

    <p>To prevent corneal ulceration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is TRUE regarding anesthetic depth monitoring?

    <p>Monitoring anesthetic depth is a crucial aspect of patient safety (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is indicative of a severely depressed neurological system?

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    Flashcards

    Premed effect

    Initial reactions like struggling, breath holding, and increased heart rate due to epinephrine release.

    Stage II of anesthesia

    Variable stage marked by struggling, irregular breathing, and potential vomiting.

    Signs of Stage II

    Includes breath holding, increased heart rate, salivation, and possible laryngospasm.

    Dilated pupils

    Widening of the pupils, often seen in animals during Stage II.

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    Stage III of anesthesia

    Stage of surgical anesthesia with unconsciousness and reduced reflexes.

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    Plane I of Stage III

    Light plane of anesthesia where eye movement persists until it stops.

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    Loss of jaw tone

    Indicator that the patient is in a deeper stage of anesthesia, especially in Stage III.

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    Epinephrine release

    Hormone that causes increased heart rate and pupil dilation in response to stress.

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    Signs of Anesthetic Depth

    Indicators that show the patient's current level of anesthesia.

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    Surgical Plane of Anesthesia

    The stage where the patient is unaware, analgesic, and relaxed for surgery.

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    General Anesthesia Characteristics

    Loss of consciousness, sensation, muscle relaxation, and hypnosis, reversible process.

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    Balanced Anesthesia

    Anesthesia achieved using one drug or a combination of drugs tailored for species or procedure.

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    Classical Stages of Anesthesia

    Stages describe the levels of anesthesia from Stage I (light) to Stage IV (dangerous).

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    Stage I Anesthesia

    Time from induction drug start to loss of consciousness, marked by voluntary movement.

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    Surgical Anesthesia Plane

    A state where the patient has relaxed jaw tone, mild to no palpebral reflex, and regular respiration.

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    Species Specific Signs

    Unique indicators of anesthesia depth varies by species, such as eye movement and reflexes.

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    Pedal Reflex

    A reflex to pinch a toe, indicating an animal's awareness or depth of anesthesia.

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    Factors Affecting Monitoring

    Drugs and physiological states can complicate measuring anesthesia depth.

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    Anesthetic Gas Analyzer

    A device that measures the concentration of anesthetic gas in exhaled breath.

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    Depth Measurement Challenges

    Difficulty in monitoring anesthesia depth due to drug effects and physical conditions.

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    Stage III, Plane II

    Medium plane of anesthesia; characterized by intercostal paralysis and stabilized heart rate.

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    Intercostal paralysis

    Progressive loss of intercostal muscle function during anesthesia, affecting ventilation.

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    Deep Plane of Anesthesia

    Stage III, Plane III; deep anesthesia with no jaw tone and profound muscle relaxation.

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    Diaphragmatic respiration

    Slow, shallow abdominal breathing indicating deeper levels of anesthesia.

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    Stage III, Plane IV

    Critical anesthesia stage with hypotension and irregular respirations; significant risk of overdose.

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    Anesthetic overdose

    Extreme CNS depression causing respiratory and cardiac arrest.

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    Ocular reflexes

    Reflex responses related to eye movement and reactions; indicators of anesthesia depth.

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    Palpebral reflex

    An eye reflex that can indicate consciousness level; varies with species and drugs.

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    Corneal reflex

    Reflex contraction of the eye muscles to protect the cornea, indicating anesthesia depth.

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    Jaw tone

    Indicator of muscle relaxation; absent in deeper planes of anesthesia.

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    Study Notes

    Monitoring Anesthetic Depth

    • The lecture objectives are to recognize signs associated with anesthetic planes, describe patient appearance in surgical planes, and list factors affecting patient depth monitoring.

    What is General Anesthesia?

    • General anesthesia involves losing consciousness and sensation, and includes muscle relaxation, analgesia, stress response suppression, and hypnosis.
    • It's a reversible process.
    • It can be induced using one drug or a combination.
    • Drug effectiveness can vary depending on the species and procedure.

    Classical Stages and Planes of Anesthesia

    • The table details anesthetic levels, surgical stimulation reaction, palpebral reflex, eye and pupil reflex, jaw tone, heart rate, and respiratory rate.
    • Stage I involves voluntary movement, some analgesia, and progressive ataxia leading to recumbency. It can be erratic.
    • Stage II is characterized by struggling, vomiting, regurgitation, increased heart rate, and active reflexes, laryngospasm and dilated pupils
    • Stage III, Plane I is minimal anesthesia, maintaining eye movements, suitable for minimally invasive procedures.
    • Stage III, Plane II a medium plane where most surgeries are performed, having stabilized respiration and heart rate, strong corneal reflex and relaxed muscles.
    • Stage III, Plane III is a deep plane described by decreased heart rate, slow, shallow abdominal breathing. Absence of jaw tone, no response to stimulation, and weak reflexes like palpebral and corneal.
    • Stage III, Plane IV entails dilated pupils, hypotension possibly progressing to shock, slow irregular respirations and the lack of muscle tone and anal sphincter tone.
    • Stage IV represents severe CNS depression, indicated by extreme pallor, prolonged CRT, respiratory arrest, absence of ocular reflex and flaccid muscle tone. Recovery in this stage requires urgent intervention.

    Stage I

    • Defined as the time from administering induction drugs until loss of consciousness.
    • Characterized by voluntary movement, ability to turn or lift head, and some analgesia.
    • Patients may exhibit signs like progressive ataxia, excitement, struggling, breath holding, and increased heart rate.

    Stage II

    • Marked by an exaggerated response to stimuli, vomiting or regurgitation, salivation, laryngospasm, and dilated pupils.
    • This stage might feature increased heart rate, irregular breathing patterns, breath holding, and involuntary movement, potentially leading to delirium

    Stage III

    • Characterized by progressive loss of consciousness, reflexes, and muscle tone.
    • Breathing patterns become slower and more regular. Vomiting and swallowing reflexes are abolished, and jaw tone is lost.

    Stage III, Plane I

    • Also known as a "light" plane, this stage continues until eyeball movement stops.
    • Suitable for minimally invasive, or painful procedures.

    Stage III, Plane II

    • Usually a "medium" plane where most surgical procedures are performed.
    • Characterized by progressive intercostal paralysis, and stabilized heart and respiratory rates.

    Stage III, Plane III

    • Considered a "deep" plane.
    • Show a decrease in heart rate and slow, shallow abdominal breathing.
    • The anesthetic level has minimized responses to surgical stimulation and caused profound muscle relaxation.

    Stage III, Plane IV

    • Marked by pupil dilation, and progressing towards hypotension, shock if not quickly reversed.
    • Slow, irregular respirations along with the loss of anal sphincter tone.

    Stage IV

    • Represents profound CNS depression, possibly leading to death without immediate intervention.
    • Key indicators include pale to white mucous membranes, prolonged CRT (>3 seconds), respirations cease and it is followed by cardiac arrest.

    Summary of Monitoring Depth

    • Check for palpebral reflex, eye position (ventral), lacrimation, nystagmus, corneal reflex, jaw tone, anal reflex, pedal reflex, and overall muscle tone. These can vary significantly between species.

    What is the Goal for a Surgical Anesthesia Plane?

    • Relaxed jaw tone easily opens with two fingers
    • Mild to no palpebral reflex
    • Ventral medial eye rotation
    • Relaxed anal tone
    • Smooth, regular respiratory pattern
    • Normal heart rate
    • Absence of swallowing, coughing, vomiting or laryngospasm.

    Species Specific Signs

    • Rodents: Observe feet, ears, and muzzle for pallor or cyanosis. Pedal reflex (pinching toes).
    • Poultry: Examine comb and wattle for pallor; vent reflex.
    • Rabbits: Use color of light reflected from the eye to assess circulation.
    • Horses: Lacrimating, eye stays central, medial eye rotation, and corneal reflex persists.
    • Cats: Potential for laryngospasm, retained cough, swallow/vomiting reflex.
    • Cattle: Consistent and reliable eyeball rotation.

    Factors Affecting Monitoring Depth

    • Drugs, Ketamine, Propofol, Oxygenation adequacy,CO₂ retention and physical status are primary difficulty factors. Ketamine may exhibit less typical eye signs and still show blinking and swallowing reflexes, Propofol doesn't produce analgesia and can cause apnea.

    Other Methods to Measure Anesthesia Depth

    • Anesthetic gas analyzers can measure minimum alveolar concentration (MAC), although they are not always readily available.

    Bispectral Index (BIS)

    • BIS analyzes EEG values from the brain to assess the depth of anesthesia in animals or humans. A BIS of 60 or greater often indicates appropriate anesthetic level. BIS is frequently used in research.

    Recovery

    • Recovery progresses in reverse order of the anesthetic stages and species and patient responsiveness are different.
    • Post-operative pain in horses can be severe due to delirium/dysphoria, especially when transitioning from inhalant anesthesia.
    • Anesthetized patients require monitoring for a suitable time, depending on the species.

    Resources

    • Key readings include various veterinary anesthesia handbooks and manuals.

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