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Which term refers to a drug that induces a state of calm or sleep?
Which term refers to a drug that induces a state of calm or sleep?
What is the chemical composition of propofol?
What is the chemical composition of propofol?
What is the dose of propofol for intravenous administration?
What is the dose of propofol for intravenous administration?
Which of the following best describes the mechanism of etomidate-induced myoclonus?
Which of the following best describes the mechanism of etomidate-induced myoclonus?
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When does etomidate-induced myoclonus typically occur?
When does etomidate-induced myoclonus typically occur?
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Which enzyme inhibition is responsible for adrenocortical suppression caused by etomidate?
Which enzyme inhibition is responsible for adrenocortical suppression caused by etomidate?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
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What laboratory evaluation is recommended if unexpected tachycardia occurs during propofol anesthesia?
What laboratory evaluation is recommended if unexpected tachycardia occurs during propofol anesthesia?
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What is the potential mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
What is the potential mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
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What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
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Which isomer of etomidate is approximately 5 times as potent as the other?
Which isomer of etomidate is approximately 5 times as potent as the other?
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What is the mechanism of action of etomidate?
What is the mechanism of action of etomidate?
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What is the main factor contributing to the prompt awakening after a single dose of etomidate?
What is the main factor contributing to the prompt awakening after a single dose of etomidate?
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How does etomidate differ from propofol in terms of clearance and volume of distribution?
How does etomidate differ from propofol in terms of clearance and volume of distribution?
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Which of the following statements about etomidate is true?
Which of the following statements about etomidate is true?
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What is the effect of etomidate on cerebral blood flow and CMRO2?
What is the effect of etomidate on cerebral blood flow and CMRO2?
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What is the recommended dose of etomidate for induction of anesthesia?
What is the recommended dose of etomidate for induction of anesthesia?
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Which drug causes a greater decline in mean arterial pressure (MAP) during induction of patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery?
Which drug causes a greater decline in mean arterial pressure (MAP) during induction of patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery?
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Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility?
Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility?
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Which of the following statements about the depressant effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
Which of the following statements about the depressant effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
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Which of the following is a common side effect of etomidate administration?
Which of the following is a common side effect of etomidate administration?
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Which of the following is true about the incidence and intensity of myoclonus associated with etomidate administration?
Which of the following is true about the incidence and intensity of myoclonus associated with etomidate administration?
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Which of the following is true about propofol's antioxidant properties?
Which of the following is true about propofol's antioxidant properties?
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Which adverse event is commonly associated with propofol administration to awake patients?
Which adverse event is commonly associated with propofol administration to awake patients?
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What effect do subhypnotic concentrations of propofol, isoflurane, and sevoflurane have on pharyngeal function?
What effect do subhypnotic concentrations of propofol, isoflurane, and sevoflurane have on pharyngeal function?
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What change in the carrier fat emulsion for propofol decreases the incidence of pain on injection?
What change in the carrier fat emulsion for propofol decreases the incidence of pain on injection?
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Which term refers to a drug that induces hypnosis or sleep?
Which term refers to a drug that induces hypnosis or sleep?
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What is the chemical composition of propofol?
What is the chemical composition of propofol?
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What is the recommended dose of propofol for intravenous administration?
What is the recommended dose of propofol for intravenous administration?
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Which subcortical structures are thought to be disinhibited by etomidate, leading to myoclonus?
Which subcortical structures are thought to be disinhibited by etomidate, leading to myoclonus?
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What is the potential mechanism for etomidate-induced adrenocortical suppression?
What is the potential mechanism for etomidate-induced adrenocortical suppression?
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How long does the adrenocortical suppression caused by etomidate typically last?
How long does the adrenocortical suppression caused by etomidate typically last?
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Which of the following statements about propofol's antioxidant properties is true?
Which of the following statements about propofol's antioxidant properties is true?
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What change in the carrier fat emulsion for propofol decreases the incidence of pain on injection?
What change in the carrier fat emulsion for propofol decreases the incidence of pain on injection?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
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What is the mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
What is the mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
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What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
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What laboratory evaluation is recommended if unexpected tachycardia occurs during propofol anesthesia?
What laboratory evaluation is recommended if unexpected tachycardia occurs during propofol anesthesia?
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Which of the following statements about the duration of action of etomidate is true?
Which of the following statements about the duration of action of etomidate is true?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
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Which of the following statements about etomidate's effect on adrenocortical function is true?
Which of the following statements about etomidate's effect on adrenocortical function is true?
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Which of the following statements about the cardiovascular effects of etomidate is true?
Which of the following statements about the cardiovascular effects of etomidate is true?
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Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility is true?
Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility is true?
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Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
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Which of the following statements about the incidence of myoclonus associated with etomidate administration is true?
Which of the following statements about the incidence of myoclonus associated with etomidate administration is true?
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Which of the following statements about the administration of etomidate in a lipid emulsion vehicle is true?
Which of the following statements about the administration of etomidate in a lipid emulsion vehicle is true?
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Which of the following is true about the metabolism of etomidate?
Which of the following is true about the metabolism of etomidate?
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What is the volume of distribution (Vd) for etomidate compared to propofol?
What is the volume of distribution (Vd) for etomidate compared to propofol?
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What is the clearance of etomidate compared to propofol?
What is the clearance of etomidate compared to propofol?
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Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on GABAA receptors is true?
Which of the following statements about the effects of etomidate on GABAA receptors is true?
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Which of the following statements about etomidate-induced myoclonus is true?
Which of the following statements about etomidate-induced myoclonus is true?
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What is the potential mechanism for etomidate-induced adrenocortical suppression?
What is the potential mechanism for etomidate-induced adrenocortical suppression?
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Which enzyme is inhibited by etomidate in adrenocortical suppression?
Which enzyme is inhibited by etomidate in adrenocortical suppression?
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Which of the following statements about propofol is true?
Which of the following statements about propofol is true?
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Which of the following is true about the pharmacology of propofol?
Which of the following is true about the pharmacology of propofol?
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Which of the following statements about sedative-hypnotics is true?
Which of the following statements about sedative-hypnotics is true?
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of propofol's antioxidant properties?
Which of the following is a potential benefit of propofol's antioxidant properties?
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What is the most commonly reported adverse event associated with propofol administration to awake patients?
What is the most commonly reported adverse event associated with propofol administration to awake patients?
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Which of the following drugs alter pharyngeal function and pose a risk of impaired upper airway protection and pulmonary aspiration?
Which of the following drugs alter pharyngeal function and pose a risk of impaired upper airway protection and pulmonary aspiration?
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What is the effect of changing the composition of the carrier fat emulsion for propofol to long and medium chain triglycerides?
What is the effect of changing the composition of the carrier fat emulsion for propofol to long and medium chain triglycerides?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term propofol sedation in children in the ICU?
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What is the mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
What is the mechanism for sporadic propofol-induced metabolic acidosis?
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What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
What is the recommended handling technique for propofol to minimize the risk of bacterial growth?
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What is the clearance of etomidate compared to propofol?
What is the clearance of etomidate compared to propofol?
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Which of the following is true about the pharmacokinetics of etomidate?
Which of the following is true about the pharmacokinetics of etomidate?
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What is the mechanism of action of etomidate?
What is the mechanism of action of etomidate?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
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What is the clinical use of etomidate?
What is the clinical use of etomidate?
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Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on the duration of electrically induced seizures in patients undergoing electroconvulsive therapy?
Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on the duration of electrically induced seizures in patients undergoing electroconvulsive therapy?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of etomidate administration?
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What is the main factor contributing to the prompt awakening after a single dose of etomidate?
What is the main factor contributing to the prompt awakening after a single dose of etomidate?
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Which of the following is true about the cardiovascular effects of etomidate?
Which of the following is true about the cardiovascular effects of etomidate?
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Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility?
Which of the following is true about the effects of etomidate on myocardial contractility?
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Which of the following statements about the depressant effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
Which of the following statements about the depressant effects of etomidate on ventilation is true?
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What is the most commonly reported adverse event associated with etomidate administration?
What is the most commonly reported adverse event associated with etomidate administration?
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Which of the following statements about pain on injection and venous irritation is true?
Which of the following statements about pain on injection and venous irritation is true?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the main pharmacologic effects of benzodiazepines?
Which of the following is NOT one of the main pharmacologic effects of benzodiazepines?
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Which benzodiazepine is most commonly used in the perioperative period?
Which benzodiazepine is most commonly used in the perioperative period?
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What is the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?
What is the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?
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Which of the following statements about midazolam is true?
Which of the following statements about midazolam is true?
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What is the recommended dose of midazolam for anesthesia induction?
What is the recommended dose of midazolam for anesthesia induction?
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What is the effect of administering a small opioid dose before midazolam injection?
What is the effect of administering a small opioid dose before midazolam injection?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of chronic benzodiazepine use?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of chronic benzodiazepine use?
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Which of the following is true about the prevalence of benzodiazepine use for chronic insomnia?
Which of the following is true about the prevalence of benzodiazepine use for chronic insomnia?
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Which of the following is a specific antagonist for benzodiazepines?
Which of the following is a specific antagonist for benzodiazepines?
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Which of the following is true about the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?
Which of the following is true about the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?
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Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic benzodiazepine use?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of chronic benzodiazepine use?
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What is the effect of benzodiazepines on the EEG?
What is the effect of benzodiazepines on the EEG?
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Which of the following is true about benzodiazepine dependence?
Which of the following is true about benzodiazepine dependence?
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What is the potential interaction between benzodiazepines and opioids?
What is the potential interaction between benzodiazepines and opioids?
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Which of the following statements about midazolam's effect on ventilation is true?
Which of the following statements about midazolam's effect on ventilation is true?
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Which metabolic pathway is less impacted by aging and liver disease compared to oxidative metabolic pathways?
Which metabolic pathway is less impacted by aging and liver disease compared to oxidative metabolic pathways?
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What is the main side effect of midazolam during sedation?
What is the main side effect of midazolam during sedation?
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Which benzodiazepines are solely metabolized via glucuronidation and lack active metabolites?
Which benzodiazepines are solely metabolized via glucuronidation and lack active metabolites?
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Which of the following statements about midazolam's impact on systemic blood pressure is true?
Which of the following statements about midazolam's impact on systemic blood pressure is true?
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Which type of benzodiazepines might be preferred in elderly patients over those metabolized by hepatic microsomal enzymes?
Which type of benzodiazepines might be preferred in elderly patients over those metabolized by hepatic microsomal enzymes?
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What is the recommended dose of oral midazolam syrup for sedation and anxiolysis in children?
What is the recommended dose of oral midazolam syrup for sedation and anxiolysis in children?
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What is a potential symptom of benzodiazepine withdrawal in elderly patients?
What is a potential symptom of benzodiazepine withdrawal in elderly patients?
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Which enzyme is responsible for the metabolism of midazolam?
Which enzyme is responsible for the metabolism of midazolam?
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What is the main metabolite of midazolam?
What is the main metabolite of midazolam?
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Which statement about the clearance of midazolam is true?
Which statement about the clearance of midazolam is true?
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What effect does renal failure have on the pharmacokinetics of midazolam?
What effect does renal failure have on the pharmacokinetics of midazolam?
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