SA Local-Regional Techniques (MC)

Question 1

What type of formula is preferred for epidurals

Answer 1

PRESERVATIVE FREE

Question 2

indications for epidural anx

Answer 2

perineal/anal surgery, hind limb surgery, lower abdominal surgery, thoracic surgery, frontal limb surgery

Question 3

Complications of Epidural anesthesia

Answer 3

hypotension, venous puncture, spinal cord puncture/damage, delayed hair regrowth, cranial migration of drug, pruritis, urinary retention, temporary hind limb paralysis

Question 4

Contraindications of Epidural

Answer 4

skin infection at injection site, blood clotting problems, septicemia, fractured pelvis or spine, pre-existing hypotension, meningitis, CNS disorders, neurologic disease

Question 5

Brachial plexus block

Answer 5

nerves blocked include radial, ulnar, musculocutaneous, median, axillary

Question 6

Complications of brachial plexus block

Answer 6

– intravascular injection, subscapular hematoma, pneumothorax, nerve damage/paralysis , lameness, infection, diaphragmatic dysfunction in humans