Local Anaesthetic Systemic Toxicity
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What is a primary reason local anaesthetics cause systemic toxicity?

  • They are administered only in large doses.
  • They block Na+ channels and interfere with pain signaling. (correct)
  • They are non-lipophilic substances.
  • They only dissolve in fats and not in water.
  • Within what time frame do symptoms of local anaesthetic systemic toxicity typically occur?

  • Only in patients who are allergic.
  • Between 10 minutes and 1 hour. (correct)
  • Immediately upon administration.
  • Only after 1 hour.
  • What characteristic of local anaesthetics allows them to cross cell membranes effectively?

  • They consist only of alkaloids.
  • Their primary ingredient is a non-polar solvent.
  • They are composed only of water-soluble salts.
  • They easily dissolve in water and fats due to their lipophilicity. (correct)
  • What is the impact of lipid solubility on the toxicity of local anaesthetics?

    <p>Higher lipid solubility can lead to faster toxicity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are local anaesthetics primarily used?

    <p>To numb an area and prevent pain sensation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component in local anaesthetic drugs that contributes to their function?

    <p>Water soluble salts of lipid soluble alkaloids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological response can occur as a result of local anaesthetic systemic toxicity?

    <p>Elevated heart rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of channels do local anaesthetics primarily block to exert their effect?

    <p>Voltage-gated Na+ channels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Local Anaesthetic Systemic Toxicity

    • Local anaesthetics are water-soluble salts of lipid-soluble alkaloids
    • They dissolve easily in water and fat (lipophilic)
    • This allows them to cross cell membranes easily
    • Different local anaesthetics have different lipid solubility
    • They target voltage-gated sodium channels
    • Blocking sodium channels interferes with pain signals and cardiac function
    • They prevent the rapid depolarization stage of action potentials, affecting heart function
    • Sodium is an electrolyte crucial for muscle contraction and nerve transmission.

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    This quiz explores the principles of local anaesthetics and their potential systemic toxicity. Learn about their lipid solubility, effects on sodium channels, and implications for pain management and cardiac function. Test your knowledge on how these substances interact with the nervous system.

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