Test Your Knowledge on Hypotension Associated with Neuraxial Block!
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Which of the following is the primary cause of hypotension associated with neuraxial block?

  • Increased heart rate
  • Increased catecholamine release
  • Decreased vascular bed capacitance (correct)
  • Arteriolar constriction
  • Which sensory level of the block is associated with more pronounced hypotension effects?

  • T6 to L1 (correct)
  • L2 to L5
  • T1 to T4
  • S1 to S5
  • What are some risk factors for significant hypotension during neuraxial block?

  • Younger age
  • Spinal anesthesia
  • Sensory level below T5 (correct)
  • High baseline pressure
  • How does lumbar epidural anesthesia affect systemic vascular resistance (SVR) and ventricular function?

    <p>Reduces SVR and left ventricular contractility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current consensus on the protective effect of thoracic epidural anesthesia against postoperative arrhythmias and atrial fibrillation?

    <p>Debated with conflicting data from studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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