Intravenous Anaesthetic Agents

Question 0

(2011)

Discuss the pharmacology of ketamine in relation to its use in clinical practice.

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Question 1

(2012)
What is an emulsion and why is propofol injection formulated in this way? List the constituents found in an ampoule of propofol and the reasons for their inclusion.

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Question 2

(2010)
Propofol and remifentanil are commonly used together as continuous infusions to maintain anaesthesia. Discuss the pharmacological reasons why it is useful to use them together.

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Question 3

(2009)

What are the potential side effects of propofol and its formulation?

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Question 4

(2009)
What are the advantages and disadvantages of total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) compared with a volatile technique? What pharmacokinetic properties make a drug suitable for use in TIVA?

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Question 5

(2009)
Describe the pharmacological features of propofol that have made it the most popular intravenous anaesthetic induction agent.

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Question 6

(2007)
Describe the toxic effect of propofol known as “propofol infusion syndrome”, its possible mechanisms and recommendations to avoid it.

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Question 7

(2006)

Compare and contrast ketamine and propofol.

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