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Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider during regional anesthesia?
Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider during regional anesthesia?
- Volume of local anesthetic
- Postoperative antibiotics (correct)
- Specific gravity of local anesthetic
- Injection speed
What is the technique used to identify the epidural space during regional anesthesia?
What is the technique used to identify the epidural space during regional anesthesia?
- Injection of local anesthetic into subarachnoid space
- Loss of resistance to injection of saline or air (correct)
- Piercing the dura
- Injection of air into epidural space
Which complication is specifically mentioned as a delayed effect of regional anesthesia?
Which complication is specifically mentioned as a delayed effect of regional anesthesia?
- Post Dural puncture headache (correct)
- Bradycardia
- Respiratory embarrassment
- Nausea and vomiting
What is the approximate onset time for the effects of epidural anesthesia?
What is the approximate onset time for the effects of epidural anesthesia?
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Which nerve-related complication can occur in regional anesthesia?
Which nerve-related complication can occur in regional anesthesia?
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Why is it important not to pierce the dura during regional anesthesia?
Why is it important not to pierce the dura during regional anesthesia?
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What is the main advantage of using an epidural catheter in regional anesthesia?
What is the main advantage of using an epidural catheter in regional anesthesia?
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