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What is the primary purpose of administering sedatives before anesthesia induction?
What is the primary purpose of administering sedatives before anesthesia induction?
- Decrease sympathetic overactivity in IHD & HTN
- Cause amnesia, especially in children (correct)
- Prevent postoperative nausea & vomiting
- Prevent aspiration pneumonia
Which receptor blocker is used to decrease gastric acidity and protect against stress ulcers?
Which receptor blocker is used to decrease gastric acidity and protect against stress ulcers?
- H1 receptor blocker
- AntiMuscarinic
- H2 receptor blocker (correct)
- Antinicotinic
What is a common effect of administering antianxiety medications before anesthesia induction?
What is a common effect of administering antianxiety medications before anesthesia induction?
- Analgesia preoperative & postoperative
- Decreases secretions
- Causes amnesia, especially in children (correct)
- Prevents postoperative nausea & vomiting
Which of the following is a potential effect of chronic alcoholism on the use of analgesic drugs?
Which of the following is a potential effect of chronic alcoholism on the use of analgesic drugs?
What is the impact of cigarette smoke on CoHb (carboxyhemoglobin) levels?
What is the impact of cigarette smoke on CoHb (carboxyhemoglobin) levels?
Why is it advised for patients to stop smoking before surgery?
Why is it advised for patients to stop smoking before surgery?
What is the main purpose of ASA physical status & fitness classifications in the context of preoperative evaluations?
What is the main purpose of ASA physical status & fitness classifications in the context of preoperative evaluations?
Why is obtaining informed consent considered mandatory before surgical procedures?
Why is obtaining informed consent considered mandatory before surgical procedures?
Which of the following preoperative investigations is NOT typically recommended as part of routine evaluations?
Which of the following preoperative investigations is NOT typically recommended as part of routine evaluations?
Why is preoperative fasting important before surgical procedures?
Why is preoperative fasting important before surgical procedures?
