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Risk Factors for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Quiz

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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?

H1 receptor blocker

AntiMuscarinic

H2 receptor blocker (correct)

Antinicotinic

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?

Tolerance development requiring increased drug doses Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of cigarette smoke on CoHb (carboxyhemoglobin) levels?

Increases CoHb levels up to 15% of Hb Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised for patients to stop smoking before surgery?

To decrease coronary vascular resistance and increase arterial O2 content Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of ASA physical status & fitness classifications in the context of preoperative evaluations?

To classify the patient's fitness for surgery and anesthesia Signup and view all the answers

Why is obtaining informed consent considered mandatory before surgical procedures?

To inform the patient about the risks and benefits of the procedure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following preoperative investigations is NOT typically recommended as part of routine evaluations?

Special tests like echocardiogram Signup and view all the answers

Why is preoperative fasting important before surgical procedures?

To prevent regurgitation and pulmonary aspiration of gastric contents Signup and view all the answers