Anesthetics Flashcards by Cassie List | Brainscape

Q

One of the biggest adverse effects of opioids?

A

Bradycardia

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In anesthesia, the main reason why we use these drugs is for premedication sedation?

A

Benzodiazepines (diazepam)

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Depresses Reticular Activating System - sleep?

A

Barbiturates (thiopental)

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Contraindicated in pregnancy?

A

Benzodiazepines (diazepam)

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May cause decreased respiratory rate and increased tidal volumes?

A

Opioids (morphine)

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Can be used for cerebral protection?

A

Barbiturates (thiopental)

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Mimics GABA at the receptor. Enhances GABA activity!

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Barbiturates (thiopental)

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