Anaesthetic Flashcards
1
Q
What drugs are used to induce anaesthesia?
A
Propofol
Thiopental
Etomidate
2
Q
What is the inhaled drug to maintain anaesthesia?
A
Oxygen and nitrous oxide
3
Q
What is commonly given for premedication to reduce the amount of other agents required for anaesthesia?
A
Benzodiazepines
4
Q
What are the stages of anaesthesia?
A
LOc Excitement/delirium coughing/vomiting Pupils dilate Laryngeal reflex is lost Cessation of respiration to death
5
Q
What is a short acting muscle relaxant?
A
Suxamethonium
6
Q
What is a long acting muscle relaxant?
A
Atracurium
7
Q
What drug is effective at limiting MH ?
A
Dantrolene