Conduct of Anaesthesia

Question 1

Describe the Process of Anaesthesia for Operation (7 steps)

Answer 1

Pre-operative Assessment
Preparation
Induction
Maintenance
Awakening (emergence)
Recovery
Post-op Care

Question 2

What are the 2 main drugs used for IV general anaesthesia induction?

Answer 2

Propofol

Thiopentone

Question 3

What is the main drug used in gas-induced general anaesthesia?

Answer 3

Sevoflurane (Halothane)

Question 4

Which method of anaesthesia is faster - gas or IV?

Answer 4

IV ~20 secs

Question 5

What are the 4 steps required for induction of general anaesthesia?

Answer 5

Quietness
Gas or IV agent
Conscious level monitoring
Airway maintenance

Question 6

Describe the Triple Airway Manoeuvre

Answer 6

Head Tilt
Chin Lift
Jaw Thrust

Question 7

List 3 Obstructive Airway Complications in Anaesthesia

Answer 7

Ineffective Triple Airway Manoeuvre
Airway Device malposition
Laryngospasm

Question 8

List 3 indications for intubation

Answer 8

Protect airway
If muscle relaxants have been given
Tight control of blood gases required

Question 9

What non-surgical risks are incurred to an unconscious patient?

Answer 9

Airway failure
Temperature regulation
Loss of protective reflexes
VTE risk
Consent
Pressure areas

Question 10

List 5 general complications of anaesthetic.

Answer 10

Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Position/technique
Awareness