Terminology

Question 1

Anesthesia

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Answer 1

1. loss of sensation

2. sleep-like state

Question 2

Sedation

Answer 2

Drug-induced CNS depression and drowsiness

Question 3

Tranquilization

Answer 3

Drug-induced state of calm in which the patient is reluctant to move and is aware of but is unconcerned with its surroundings

• doesn’t really make them sleepy
• relieves anxiety

Question 4

General Anesthesia

Answer 4

Reversible state of unconsciousness, immobility, muscle relaxation, and loss of sensation throughout the body produced by administration of anesthetic agents

Question 5

Surgical Anesthesia

Answer 5

Stage of general anesthesia in which there is sufficient analgesia and muscle relaxation to allow surgery to be performed without patient pain or movement

Question 6

Local Anesthesia

Answer 6

Loss of sensation in a small area of the body produced by administration of a local anesthetic agent in proximity to the location or area of interest

Question 7

Balanced Anesthesia

Answer 7

The concurrent use of multiple anesthetic agents in small quantities to minimize their negative effect

Question 8

Why is Balanced Anesthesia ideal?

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Answer 8

1. Easier to regulate and control
2. Safer for animal
3. Lower doses of each agent