Types of Anesthetic Agents

Question 1

Local Anesthetics

Answer 1

Block pain conduction from peripheral nerves to the nervous system without causing a loss of consciousness

Question 2

Esters

Answer 2

Local Anesthetic
Metabolized by enzymes in the blood or skin
Moderate duration of effectiveness

Question 3

Amides

Answer 3

Local Anesthetic
Metabolized in the liver
Long duration of effectiveness

Question 4

Others

Answer 4

Local Anesthetic

agents suitable for patents with allergies to esters or amides

Question 5

General Anesthetics

Answer 5

Depress the central nervous system to the level of unconsciousness
Classified by route of administration (inhalation or IV)