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Which factor is related to the conduction blockade of nerve fibers by local anesthetics?
Which factor is related to the conduction blockade of nerve fibers by local anesthetics?
- Size of the nerve
- Frequency of activity
- Thickness of the myelin sheath
- All of the above (correct)
Which type of nerve fibers tend to be anesthetized before larger motor and proprioceptive fibers?
Which type of nerve fibers tend to be anesthetized before larger motor and proprioceptive fibers?
- Sympathetic fibers
- Small sensory and autonomic fibers (correct)
- Large motor and proprioceptive fibers
- Pain fibers
Which local anesthetic is commonly used in a combination analgesic protocol known as MLK for dogs?
Which local anesthetic is commonly used in a combination analgesic protocol known as MLK for dogs?
- Bupivacaine
- Mepivacaine
- Lidocaine (correct)
- Ropivacaine
Why is the use of constant-rate infusion lidocaine during anesthesia not recommended for cats?
Why is the use of constant-rate infusion lidocaine during anesthesia not recommended for cats?
What is the benefit of using lidocaine patches in dogs and cats?
What is the benefit of using lidocaine patches in dogs and cats?
What is the recommended application time for eutectic 2.5% lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream for use in dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, and pigs?
What is the recommended application time for eutectic 2.5% lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream for use in dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, and pigs?
Why is bupivacaine the preferred drug for postoperative analgesia?
Why is bupivacaine the preferred drug for postoperative analgesia?
What is the mechanism of action of topical capsaicin in treating pain?
What is the mechanism of action of topical capsaicin in treating pain?
What must be done cautiously when dosing neonatal or small animals with eutectic 2.5% lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream?
What must be done cautiously when dosing neonatal or small animals with eutectic 2.5% lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream?
Why is bupivacaine liposomal-encapsulated injectable suspension approved for single-dose infiltration into the surgical site?
Why is bupivacaine liposomal-encapsulated injectable suspension approved for single-dose infiltration into the surgical site?
