Anaesthesia Flashcards
1
Q
what agents are used for general IV anaesthesia?
A
propofol - rapid recovery, low hangover
thiopental - rapid onset, long hangover
etomidate - rapid recovery, no hangover
ketamine - less hypotension, slow recovery, high psychiatric side effects
2
Q
what agents are used for local anaesthesia?
A
lidocaine and bupivacaine
3
Q
what agents can be used for anaesthesia via inhalation?
A
desfurane
isoflurane
sevoflurane
nitrous oxide
