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Which neuromuscular blocker is primarily hepatically metabolized and can be reversed with sugammadex or an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
Which neuromuscular blocker is primarily hepatically metabolized and can be reversed with sugammadex or an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
- Atracurium
- Rocuronium
- Vecuronium (correct)
- Pancuronium
What is a known adverse effect associated with the use of succinylcholine as a neuromuscular blocker?
What is a known adverse effect associated with the use of succinylcholine as a neuromuscular blocker?
- Hyperkalemia (correct)
- Bradycardia
- Phase II block
- Severe hypokalemia
Which neuromuscular blocker is contraindicated in burns and denervating conditions?
Which neuromuscular blocker is contraindicated in burns and denervating conditions?
- Atracurium
- Cisatracurium
- Rocuronium
- Pancuronium (correct)
What type of metabolism is primarily associated with cisatracurium among the listed neuromuscular blockers?
What type of metabolism is primarily associated with cisatracurium among the listed neuromuscular blockers?
Which agent is known for causing transient hyperkalemia, bradycardia, transient increases in ICP & IOP, and postoperative myalgia?
Which agent is known for causing transient hyperkalemia, bradycardia, transient increases in ICP & IOP, and postoperative myalgia?
Which neuromuscular blocker undergoes Hofmann elimination?
Which neuromuscular blocker undergoes Hofmann elimination?
What is the primary goal of continuously monitoring the patient's cardiovascular status during anesthesia?
What is the primary goal of continuously monitoring the patient's cardiovascular status during anesthesia?
Which parameter is used to evaluate circulation by auscultation and palpation during anesthesia?
Which parameter is used to evaluate circulation by auscultation and palpation during anesthesia?
What method is recommended for monitoring temperature during anesthesia?
What method is recommended for monitoring temperature during anesthesia?
How is oxygenation and ventilation continuously monitored during anesthesia?
How is oxygenation and ventilation continuously monitored during anesthesia?
Which monitoring technique is specifically aimed at evaluating anesthetic depth during surgery?
Which monitoring technique is specifically aimed at evaluating anesthetic depth during surgery?
What is the benefit of utilizing pulse oximetry as a monitoring tool during anesthesia?
What is the benefit of utilizing pulse oximetry as a monitoring tool during anesthesia?
Which inhaled anesthetic has a stable heart rate and bronchodilation?
Which inhaled anesthetic has a stable heart rate and bronchodilation?
Which inhaled anesthetic requires an electric/heated vaporizer and is known for being very low in biotransformation?
Which inhaled anesthetic requires an electric/heated vaporizer and is known for being very low in biotransformation?
Among the inhaled anesthetics, which one breaks down to compound A in circulation?
Among the inhaled anesthetics, which one breaks down to compound A in circulation?
Which intravenous agent is known for producing a rapid, smooth induction and is the induction agent of choice?
Which intravenous agent is known for producing a rapid, smooth induction and is the induction agent of choice?
Which opioid antagonist is used to rescue patients from opioid-associated respiratory depression?
Which opioid antagonist is used to rescue patients from opioid-associated respiratory depression?
Among the local anesthetics listed, which one is an ester and metabolized by plasma cholinesterases?
Among the local anesthetics listed, which one is an ester and metabolized by plasma cholinesterases?
'MAC = 104%' refers to which inhaled anesthetic?
'MAC = 104%' refers to which inhaled anesthetic?
