Anaesthetics & Acute Care Flashcards
1
Q
How long before surgery stop COCP?
A
4 weeks
2
Q
Which anaesthetic has anti-emetic properties?
A
Propofol
3
Q
Anaesthetic drug use for rapid induction?
A
Sodium Thiopentate (unsuitable for maintenance anaesthesia)
4
Q
Which anaesthetic drug causes nightmares?
A
Ketamine
5
Q
Pros and cons of etomidate?
A
Good cardiac safety
Unsuitable for prolonged - adrenal suppression
Post-op vomiting is common
No analgesic properties
