Anesthetic Problems and Emergencies Ch.13 Objectives

Question 1

List the most common reasons that anesthetic emergencies occur including problems arising from increased patient risk

Question 2

• Explain how anesthesia of pediatric and geriatric patients differs from anesthesia of healthy adult dogs and cats.

Question 3

• Describe the respiratory problems involved in anesthetizing each of the following: obese animals; brachycephalic dogs; sighthounds; and patients affected by trauma or cardiovascular

Question 4

• Describe the role of the veterinary technician in responding to anesthetic emergencies.

Question 5

• List common causes of excessive anesthetic depth and responses to the following anesthetic problems: inadequate anesthetic depth

Question 6

• List common causes of tachypnea and responses to the following anesthetic problems: cyanosis and dyspnea

Question 7

• Explain the principles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation as recommended in the RECOVER Guidelines including basic life support and advanced life support.

Answer 7

The RECOVER guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) emphasize high-quality chest compressions, early defibrillation, and a systematic approach to resuscitation for both basic and advanced life support, aiming to maximize survival chances.

Question 8

• List the most common problems that may arise in the recovery period and the appropriate action that can be taken to prevent or treat these problems.

Answer 8

Common anesthesia recovery problems include nausea, vomiting, shivering, sore throat, and confusion, which can be prevented or treated with medications, warming blankets,