Pharmacology of Anesthetics and NMBAs Lecture 3

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What is the primary advantage of Remifentanil compared to other opioids?

  • It has a very long half-life
  • It has a quick onset of action and is suitable for PRN use
  • It has no accumulation in organ failure (correct)
  • It has no active metabolite

What is the mechanism of action of Benzodiazepines?

  • Selective alpha 2 agonist
  • GABA A antagonist
  • GABA A agonist (correct)
  • Histamine release

Which of the following Non-depolarizing NMBAs does not have an active metabolite?

  • Rocuronium
  • Pancuronium
  • Cisatracurium (correct)
  • Vecuronium

What is the primary adverse effect of Dexmedetomidine?

<p>Bradycardia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following opioids is better suited for continuous infusion?

<p>Remifentanil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of Succinylcholine?

<p>Blocks channel from opening (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following anesthetics has NO ANALGESIC effects?

<p>Propofol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect of Propofol that can lead to acute pancreatitis if unmonitored?

<p>Hypertriglyceridemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of Ketamine?

<p>It has a bronchodilating effect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of Fentanyl in clinical practice?

<p>In the ICU (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication of Etomidate?

<p>Adrenocortical suppression (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored in patients receiving Propofol infusion?

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