Inhalation Anesthetics Flashcards by Ruth Ixcolin | Brainscape

Q

The 1st inhaled anesthetic

A

Diethyl Ether

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Q

The 2 most common halogenated organic compounds

A

Isoflurane

Sevoflurane

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Q

This anesthetic is no longer used

A

Diethyl Ether

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Q

Undesirable characteristics of Diethyl Ether

A

Tracheal and bronchial mucosal irritation
Prolonged induction and recovery
Postoperative nausea and vomiting
Flammable and explosive

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Distribution of halogenated organic compounds to tissues is dependent on this

A

Blood supply

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Elimination of anesthetic when patient is “going to sleep”

A

Inhale➡ blood➡ brain

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Elimination of anesthetic when patient is “waking up”

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Brain➡ blood ➡ lungs➡ breathed out

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