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What is the main use of IV anaesthetics?
What is the main use of IV anaesthetics?
- Sedation during dental procedures
- Induction of general anaesthesia in children
- Pain management during labor
- Induction of general anaesthesia for patients with normal upper airway (correct)
What is the main factor affecting arterial concentration of anesthetic agents?
What is the main factor affecting arterial concentration of anesthetic agents?
- Uptake by tissues
- Alveolar blood flow (correct)
- Blood volume
- Solubility of the agent
Which type of analgesic has no analgesic ceiling and must be titrated for optimal effect?
Which type of analgesic has no analgesic ceiling and must be titrated for optimal effect?
- Non-narcotic analgesics
- Narcotic analgesics (correct)
- NSAIDs
- Local anesthetics
What is the primary use of opioid analgesics?
What is the primary use of opioid analgesics?
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Which IV drug is commonly used for the maintenance of general anesthesia through continuous infusion?
Which IV drug is commonly used for the maintenance of general anesthesia through continuous infusion?
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What is the main use of Halothane and Sevoflurane as induction agents?
What is the main use of Halothane and Sevoflurane as induction agents?
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What is the primary role of non-narcotic analgesics like Aspirin and Paracetamol?
What is the primary role of non-narcotic analgesics like Aspirin and Paracetamol?
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How are IV drugs distributed in the body?
How are IV drugs distributed in the body?
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What is the main role of muscle relaxants?
What is the main role of muscle relaxants?
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Why are IV drugs rapidly metabolized inside the liver?
Why are IV drugs rapidly metabolized inside the liver?
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