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FB - General Anaesthetics Flashcards

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What is the primary purpose of general anesthetics?

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To produce unconsciousness and lack of responsiveness to painful stimuli during invasive medical procedures.

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What are the stages of general anesthesia?

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Pre-assessment/premedication, induction, airway management, maintenance, reversal, and post-operative care.

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What are the properties of ideal general anesthetics?

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Unconsciousness, analgesia, muscle relaxation, amnesia, fast onset and reversal, minimal adverse effects.

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What is balanced anesthesia?

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Using combinations of drugs for Pain relief, Unconsciousness and Inhibition of reflexes

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What are the two main types of general anesthetics?

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Inhalation and intravenous general anesthetics.

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How do inhalation anesthetics like halothane and isoflurane work?

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They act as positive allosteric modulators of GABA receptors to reduce neuronal activity, leading to anesthesia.

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What clinical considerations are important for general anesthesia?

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Safe administration, monitoring during anesthesia, and managing potential complications.

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What is the role of pre-assessment in general anesthesia?

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To evaluate patient health, potential adverse reactions and plan anesthesia care.

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What is induction in general anesthesia?

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The process of transitioning the patient from consciousness to unconsciousness.

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Why is airway management crucial in general anesthesia?

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To maintain patient breathing and oxygenation during unconsciousness.

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What is involved in the maintenance phase of general anesthesia?

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Keeping the patient in a stable anesthetic state during surgery.

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How is anesthesia reversed post-operation?

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By discontinuing anesthetic agents and supporting return to consciousness.

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What post-operative care is essential after general anesthesia?

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Monitoring recovery, managing pain, and identifying complications.

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What are common inhalation anesthetics?

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Halothane, Isoflurane, Sevoflurane, Desflurane.

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What are common intravenous anesthetics?

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Propofol, Etomidate, Ketamine, Thiopental.

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What is an advantage of using Propofol as an anesthetic for short procedures?

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It has a rapid onset of action and short half-life for fast induction and reversal.

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What is a unique feature of Ketamine as an anesthetic?

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It provides dissociative anesthesia and analgesia.

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How is the depth of anesthesia monitored?

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Using clinical signs and monitoring equipment like EEG.

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What are potential complications of general anesthesia?

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Respiratory depression, hypotension, nausea, and allergic reactions.

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How is pain managed post-anesthesia?

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Using analgesics like opioids or non-opioid pain medications.

21
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What factors influence the choice of anesthetic agents?

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Patient’s health status, surgical procedure, and duration.

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What are the effects of general anesthesia on cardiovascular function?

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It can cause hypotension, bradycardia and increases risk of arrhythmias.

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What is the significance of muscle relaxants in anesthesia?

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They facilitate laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation to facilitate surgical access by relaxing jaw, neck and airway muscles.

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How is breathing supported during general anesthesia?

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Through mechanical ventilation or assisted breathing techniques.

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What is the role of an anesthesiologist during surgery?

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To administer and adjust anesthetics, monitor patient vital signs, and oversee anesthesia reversal and patient recovery for procedure.

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How do general anesthetics affect respiratory function?

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They can depress respiratory drive and protective airway reflexes.

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What are the considerations for anesthetic dose in elderly patients?

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They may require lower doses due to decreased drug clearance.

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How does anesthesia affect thermoregulation?

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It can cause hypothermia due to impaired thermoregulatory control.

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What are the risks associated with prolonged anesthesia?

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Increased risk of complications like deep vein thrombosis and pressure sores.

30
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How is nausea and vomiting managed post-anesthesia?

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Using antiemetics like ondansetron or dexamethasone.

31
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How is fluid balance maintained during anesthesia?

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Through IV fluids and monitoring urine output.

32
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What is the significance of fasting before anesthesia?

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To reduce the risk of aspiration during induction.

33
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What are the effects of anesthetics on renal function?

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They can reduce renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rate.

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How do anesthetics affect the nervous system?

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They can cause temporary cognitive dysfunction or delirium post-surgery.

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How are blood gases monitored during anesthesia?

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Using arterial blood gas analysis to assess oxygenation and ventilation.

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How do anesthetics interact with other medications?

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They can interact with drugs like opioids, causing enhanced effects or complications.

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What is the aim of using general anesthetics?

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To produce unconsciousness and a lack of responsiveness to all painful stimuli​​.

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What are the primary induction agents used in general anesthesia?

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Short-acting barbiturates like thiopentone​​.

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What is the Minimum Alveolar Concentration (MAC) in the context of inhalation anesthetics?

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MAC is the minimum concentration of anesthetic in the alveolar air that produces immobility in 50% of patients exposed to a painful stimulus​​.

40
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How is the onset of inhalation anesthetics affected by their blood solubility?

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Higher blood solubility results in a slower onset of the anesthetic​​.

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What are the onset and duration parameters of Thiopentone (Sodium thiopental) as an intravenous anesthetic?

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Rapid onset of action and ultra-short duration due to redistribution to less vascularized tissues​​.

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What is the role of opioids in general anesthesia?

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Opioids like fentanyl and morphine are used for analgesia during the perioperative period​​.

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What are the adverse effects of Ketamine?

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Unpleasant psychological reactions such as hallucinations and disturbing dreams during recovery​​.

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What is the significance of the GABA receptor in the action of general anesthetics?

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GABA receptors are a common target for many general anesthetics, facilitating inhibitory neurotransmission​​.

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How does the potency of inhalation anesthetics relate to their MAC values?

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Lower MAC values indicate higher anesthetic potency​​.

(Phase 1) YLL Pharm AY 24/25 (39 decks)

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