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What is the primary function of Heat Moisture Exchanger Filters (HMEF)?
What is the primary function of Heat Moisture Exchanger Filters (HMEF)?
Which particle size is SARS-CoV-2 associated with?
Which particle size is SARS-CoV-2 associated with?
What could be a contraindication for using HEPA filters?
What could be a contraindication for using HEPA filters?
Which standards must efficient filters comply with?
Which standards must efficient filters comply with?
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What is a potential effect of not humidifying air during respiratory therapy?
What is a potential effect of not humidifying air during respiratory therapy?
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What is the primary benefit of using automated dispensing machines in pharmacies?
What is the primary benefit of using automated dispensing machines in pharmacies?
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What role do aprons play in infection control for healthcare workers?
What role do aprons play in infection control for healthcare workers?
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Why are sterile gloves important during intravenous drug administration?
Why are sterile gloves important during intravenous drug administration?
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What is one consequence of poor aseptic technique during invasive procedures?
What is one consequence of poor aseptic technique during invasive procedures?
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How do cleaning procedures for equipment help in infection control?
How do cleaning procedures for equipment help in infection control?
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What is the primary purpose of non-sterile gloves in healthcare settings?
What is the primary purpose of non-sterile gloves in healthcare settings?
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What aspect of infection control does good inventory management in pharmacies affect?
What aspect of infection control does good inventory management in pharmacies affect?
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Which of the following is a key consideration in aseptic technique during intravenous medication administration?
Which of the following is a key consideration in aseptic technique during intravenous medication administration?
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What percentage of heat and moisture is supplied to the alveoli during invasive mechanical ventilation through the upper airway?
What percentage of heat and moisture is supplied to the alveoli during invasive mechanical ventilation through the upper airway?
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Why is it prohibited to place an HME filter between the circuit and the soda lime absorber?
Why is it prohibited to place an HME filter between the circuit and the soda lime absorber?
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What is Compound A, as mentioned in the content?
What is Compound A, as mentioned in the content?
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What is the significance of using HEPA filters over electrostatic filters?
What is the significance of using HEPA filters over electrostatic filters?
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What should be done with antiviral and antibacterial filters?
What should be done with antiviral and antibacterial filters?
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What risk is associated with barium hydroxide lime when used with sevoflurane?
What risk is associated with barium hydroxide lime when used with sevoflurane?
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What is a primary consideration when connecting the ventilator to the inspiratory hose?
What is a primary consideration when connecting the ventilator to the inspiratory hose?
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What is one concern regarding the accumulation of carbon monoxide in a breathing circuit?
What is one concern regarding the accumulation of carbon monoxide in a breathing circuit?
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What is the primary function of the cuff pressure gauge?
What is the primary function of the cuff pressure gauge?
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What does the presence of a bubbling sound during cuff inflation indicate?
What does the presence of a bubbling sound during cuff inflation indicate?
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What is the recommended method to check for leaks in the ETT cuff?
What is the recommended method to check for leaks in the ETT cuff?
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What is a potential complication of using the cuff pressure gauge incorrectly?
What is a potential complication of using the cuff pressure gauge incorrectly?
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What could occur if the cuff is over-deflated?
What could occur if the cuff is over-deflated?
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What design feature helps facilitate one-handed operation of the pressure gauge?
What design feature helps facilitate one-handed operation of the pressure gauge?
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Which measurement range is typical for cuff pressure gauges?
Which measurement range is typical for cuff pressure gauges?
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Why is it important for cuff pressure to be within a specified range?
Why is it important for cuff pressure to be within a specified range?
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What is the primary purpose of HME/filters in relation to the Endotracheal Tube port (ETT)?
What is the primary purpose of HME/filters in relation to the Endotracheal Tube port (ETT)?
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Which type of lamp is mentioned as a commonly used technology for UV irradiation?
Which type of lamp is mentioned as a commonly used technology for UV irradiation?
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What effect does placing an HME/filter in a distal position on the inspiratory hose have?
What effect does placing an HME/filter in a distal position on the inspiratory hose have?
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Why is UVGI considered a cost-effective method for reducing microbial contamination in operating theatres?
Why is UVGI considered a cost-effective method for reducing microbial contamination in operating theatres?
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What factor greatly influences the efficacy of UV disinfection?
What factor greatly influences the efficacy of UV disinfection?
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Which component is critical for ensuring an effective humidification process during anesthesia?
Which component is critical for ensuring an effective humidification process during anesthesia?
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How is the microbial contamination reduction achieved by UVGI compared to laminar airflow systems?
How is the microbial contamination reduction achieved by UVGI compared to laminar airflow systems?
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What happens to the humidity and temperature of inspired gases when an HME is improperly placed?
What happens to the humidity and temperature of inspired gases when an HME is improperly placed?
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Which is NOT a characteristic of UV irradiation used in operating theatres?
Which is NOT a characteristic of UV irradiation used in operating theatres?
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What is a potential consequence of using a poorly positioned HME/filter?
What is a potential consequence of using a poorly positioned HME/filter?
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What is a primary disadvantage of Mapleson circuits?
What is a primary disadvantage of Mapleson circuits?
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Which Mapleson circuit is named the Bain circuit?
Which Mapleson circuit is named the Bain circuit?
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What is the required fresh gas flow for normocarbia during spontaneous ventilation?
What is the required fresh gas flow for normocarbia during spontaneous ventilation?
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What characteristic of closed breathing systems ensures the correct volume of gases is maintained?
What characteristic of closed breathing systems ensures the correct volume of gases is maintained?
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Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of Mapleson circuits?
Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of Mapleson circuits?
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What is the primary function of a bacteria filter in Mapleson circuits?
What is the primary function of a bacteria filter in Mapleson circuits?
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What is the name of Mapleson A circuit?
What is the name of Mapleson A circuit?
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Which Mapleson circuit provides minimal dead space and resistance during controlled ventilation?
Which Mapleson circuit provides minimal dead space and resistance during controlled ventilation?
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Study Notes
Pharmacology of Anesthesia
- General anesthesia (GA) is commonly used for major surgeries; a reversible state characterized by hypnosis, amnesia, analgesia, and muscle relaxation
- GA induction can be achieved using IV and/or inhalation agents, and adjunct IV agents (e.g., opioids, benzodiazepines), and neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs), which is used for endotracheal intubation.
- GA maintenance involves using primary inhalation techniques, Total Intravenous Anesthesia (TIVA), or a combination of both IV and inhalation agents to sustain the anesthetic. This aims to minimize the total dose of any one agent used
- Stage I (Analgesia): patients feel no pain yet remain conscious
- Stage II (Excitement): delirium or violence may occur as blood pressure drops and respiratory rate increases. Barbiturates usually bypass this stage.
- Stage III (Surgical Anesthesia): skeletal muscles relax and breathing becomes regular; eye movements slow and stop, enabling surgery
- Stage IV (Medullary Paralysis): this is undesirable; respiratory centers cease operation potentially resulting in death. Careful anesthetic control is crucial to avoid this stage
- Emergence: return to consciousness and movement; usually spontaneous ventilation allows extubation without assistance
Types of Medication in Anesthesia
- Induction medications: produce and maintain unconsciousness, including IV and volatile agents
- Analgesics: provide pain relief
- Muscle relaxants: induce muscle relaxation
- Other frequently used medications: include medications that minimize nausea and vomiting (antiemetics), counteract effects of other medications (antagonists), suppress/stimulate nervous reflexes (e.g., sympathetic and parasympathetic modulation)
Essential Introduction to Pharmacology
- Pharmacokinetics (PK) studies how the body acts upon a drug. This consists of phases:
- Absorption: the entry of a drug into the body (e.g., oral, transdermal, rectal, etc.)
- Distribution: drug dispersion within the body (e.g., based on lipid solubility)
- Metabolism: how the body changes the drug (e.g., in the liver)
- Excretion: removal of the drug from the body (e.g., through urine or bile)
- Pharmacodynamics (PD) studies how the drug acts on the body. This is classified into three actions:
- Depending on the physical properties of the medication
- Binding to specific receptors to provide an effect
- Binding to specific enzymes to inhibit/decrease their activity
Induction Medications
- Intravenous induction agents: thiopentone, etomidate, ketamine, propofol
- General speaking: intravenous drugs or inhalation agents
Intravenous Anesthetics
- Thiopentone sodium (Thiopental, also known as Sodium Thiopental)
- Fig. 3.1a: Form: Injection, 0.5-g and 1-g vials
- Uses: inducing anesthesia before administering inhalational anesthetics, short-term anesthesia
- Contraindications: inability to maintain airway, cardiovascular disease, dyspnea, or obstructive respiratory disease, hypersensitivity to barbiturates; porphyria
Analgesics and Opioids
- Opioid analgesics (morphine, fentanyl, remifentanil) are used to supplement general anesthesia.
- Repeated doses need careful control as respiratory depression may persist after surgery
Muscle Relaxants and Cholinesterase Inhibitors
- Skeletal muscle relaxants are categorized into depolarizing (e.g., succinylcholine) and non-depolarizing (e.g., vecuronium, pancuronium, rocuronium, mivacurium, and cisatracurium) types.
- Important for: laryngoscopy, rapid sequence intubation, and emergency cases
- Succinylcholine (Suxamethonium) is a very short-acting depolarizing agent.
- Rocuronium bromide is an intermediate-acting non-depolarizing agent, useful for rapid sequence intubation and surgeries
- Pancuronium bromide is a long-acting non-depolarizing agent, used during intubation
- Atracurium is a medium-acting non-depolarizing agent
Reversal of Neuromuscular Block
- Cholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., neostigmine methylsulfate): used to reverse the effects of muscle relaxants
Drug Handling
- Medication errors are a concern in anesthetic practices; standardization of anesthesia drug trays is helpful to minimize errors by using prefilled syringes in a standardized color-coded storage system, bar-code readers, large labels, etc.
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Test your knowledge on infection control practices, the role of filters in respiratory therapy, and aseptic techniques in healthcare settings. This quiz covers essential standards and considerations for maintaining patient safety and effective treatment in medical environments.
