Anesthetics Flashcards
1
Q
seroflurane (inhaled)
A
- general anesthesia
- rapid onset / elimination
- nonirritating to airway
- good for pediatrics
2
Q
propofol
A
- *michal jackson!
- general anesthesia
- indication: induction / maintenance of moderate sedation
3
Q
succinylcholine
A
- depolarizing neurotransmitter blocker
- similar structure to ACh, but metabolized more slowly
- indication: ET intubation
- *injection only
4
Q
midazolam (benzodiazepine)
A
- pre-operatively; moderate sedation
- causes: amnesia / reduces anxiety
5
Q
fentanyl / morphine (opiates)
A
- fentanyl = 100x more potent than morphine
- injection = most common for perioperative
- oral / transdermal patch = chronic pain
- be careful w/ patches – lead to easy OD and death
