Lecture 9 "Anesthesia and Control of Breathing" Flashcards
1
Q
what happens to respiratory rate and tidal volume with anesthetic agent inhalation?
A
increased respiratory rate
decreased TV
2
Q
what happens to the CO2 response under anesthesia?
A
it decreases
3
Q
does surgical stimulation increase ventilation even under anesthesia?
A
yes
4
Q
what does AHVR stand for?
A
acute hypoxic ventilator response
5
Q
what effects does anesthesia have on the respiratory muscles?
A
obstruction of the pharyngeal airway, similar to sleep apnea
6
Q
how are the diaphragm and inspiratory/expiratory muscles affected by anesthesia?
A
inspiratory decreased
diaphragm unaffected
expiratory increased
