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Which of the following is a common side effect of general anaesthetics?
Which of the following is a common side effect of general anaesthetics?
What is the primary mechanism of action of general anaesthetics?
What is the primary mechanism of action of general anaesthetics?
Which organ is responsible for metabolizing most general anaesthetics in the body?
Which organ is responsible for metabolizing most general anaesthetics in the body?
Which of the following is a common property of general anaesthetics?
Which of the following is a common property of general anaesthetics?
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What is the primary route of administration for general anaesthetics in surgical settings?
What is the primary route of administration for general anaesthetics in surgical settings?
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Which factor is most likely to affect the recovery time from general anaesthesia?
Which factor is most likely to affect the recovery time from general anaesthesia?
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Study Notes
General Anaesthetics
- Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of general anaesthetics
- The primary mechanism of action of general anaesthetics is altering the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system to produce a state of unconsciousness
- The liver is responsible for metabolizing most general anaesthetics in the body
- A common property of general anaesthetics is that they are lipid soluble, which allows them to cross the blood-brain barrier
- The primary route of administration for general anaesthetics in surgical settings is intravenous (IV)
- Factors that affect the recovery time from general anaesthesia include the type and dose of anaesthetic, the patient's age, health, and body weight, and the duration of the procedure
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Test your knowledge on general anaesthetics by answering questions about common side effects, mechanism of action, metabolism, properties, administration, and factors affecting recovery time.
