Anesthesia for ventilation Flashcards
1
Q
Propofol
A
Not recommended for >1-2 days because of lipemia
Can cause heinz body anemia in cats
2
Q
Etomidate
A
CRI is not recommended because of propylene glycol and high osmolality
3
Q
Opioids
A
Intermittent doses may be a helpful adjunct for analgesia
4
Q
Pentobarbital
A
CRI must be decreases or stolen 12-24 hr before weaning
5
Q
Diazepam
A
N/A
6
Q
Neuromuscular blockade
A
- Requires careful monitoring
- Should be used only by experienced intensive care unit clinicians
7
Q
Inhalants
A
Impairs hypoxic vasoconstriction