16 Questions
Which drug group is commonly used to produce a calming effect or sedation in veterinary patients?
Phenothiazines
Which drug group is commonly used to provide analgesia in veterinary patients?
Opioids
Which drug group is commonly used to counteract unwanted effects of other anesthetic drugs in veterinary patients?
Anti-cholinergics
In veterinary anesthesia, what is the purpose of using benzodiazepines in premedication?
To produce a calming effect or sedation
Which drug group is commonly used as an induction agent in veterinary anesthesia?
Ketamine
Which one of the following is not a drug group commonly used in premedication for veterinary patients?
Steroids
Which of the following is a characteristic of anticholinergics?
They reduce salivation and respiratory secretions
Which drug combination could induce anesthesia?
Midazolam + ketamine
What is a consideration for modifying recovery from sedation?
Residual sedative effects from premedication
What is an important factor to consider when determining the sedation needed?
Temperament of the animal
What should be thought about in relation to 'side effects' of drugs?
Effects on the organ system
What should be allowed when administering sedation?
Time for the effect
What is a potential use of opioids and benzodiazepines?
Premedication or co-induction
What is a caution to be observed with sedation?
May be rousable
When is sedation not essential for pre-anaesthetic medication?
If the animal is calm/handleable
What may reduce the stress of procedures/IV cannulation?
Premedication
Test your knowledge on choosing appropriate premedication and sedation for veterinary patients with this quiz. Explore the underpinning principles, pharmacology, and safe use of anaesthetic equipment while formulating analgesic, sedative, or anaesthetic plans for animal patients.
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