General Anesthetics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the onset of anesthesia INVERSELY PROPORTIONAL to?
A
Solubility of the anesthetic in the blood.
- The more soluble the agent is in the blood, the more must be given to reach the critical tension in the brain.
2
Q
What is the general anesthetic drug Halothane associated with?
A
Hepatotoxicity
3
Q
What are the 4 stages of anesthesia?
A
Stage 1 - analgesia
Stage 2 - delirium
Stage 3 - surgical anesthesia
Stage 4 - medullary paralysis
4
Q
Signs and stages of anesthesia are most likely to be seen with a general anesthetic that has what?
A
A slow rate of induction
5
Q
Why would an anticholinergic like atropine be given to a patient prior to general anesthesia?
A
To reduce salivation and bronchial secretions caused by halothane
