Pregunta 1
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Anesthetic agents and adjuncts can be classified by which of the following?
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Route of administration, time period at which they are given, and tidal volume they require
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Route of administration, time period at which they are given, according to the principal effect, chemistry, and tidal volume they require
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Route of administration, according to the principal effect, chemistry, and tidal volume they require
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Route of administration, time period at which they are given, according to the principal effect, and chemistry
Pregunta 2
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Any drug that is utilized to induce loss of sensation with or without unconsciousness is known as a(n):
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neuromuscular blocker.
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reversal agent.
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anesthetic agent.
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adjunct agent.
Pregunta 3
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The common effect of depression and/or stimulation, seen in a patient, after the administration of an anesthetic agent is due to:
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pharmacokinetics.
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pharmacodynamics.
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pharmacoagents.
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pharmacometabolism.
Pregunta 4
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When acting upon the central nervous system, those agents that bind to more than one receptor type, and simultaneously stimulate at least one and block at least one, are referred to as:
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agonist–antagonists.
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partial agonists.
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antagonists.
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agonists.
Pregunta 5
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Yohimbine, tolazoline, and atipamezole are best categorized as:
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opioid agonists.
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opioid antagonists.
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alpha2-agonists.
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alpha2-antagonists.
Pregunta 6
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Incompatible mixtures of anesthetic agents and adjuncts, when combined in the same syringe, can cause which of the following?
Pregunta 7
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In the United States, the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) is enforced by the:
Pregunta 8
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Parasympatholytics are:
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noncontrolled drugs, such as anticholinergics, that are used to prevent and treat bradycardia and salivary secretions.
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controlled drugs, such as anticholinergics, that are used to prevent and treat bradycardia and salivary secretions.
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controlled drugs, such as anticholinergics, that are used to induce bradycardia.
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noncontrolled drugs, such as anticholinergics, that are used to induce bradycardia.
Pregunta 9
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Drugs such as atropine and glycopyrrolate function in what way?
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Act on the CNS and reverse and prevent sympathetic effects
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Act on the PNS and reverse and prevent sympathetic effects
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Act on the CNS and reverse and prevent parasympathetic effects
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Act on the PNS and reverse and prevent parasympathetic effects
Pregunta 10
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Effects including arrhythmias and tachycardia, thickening of secretions, bronchodilation, and mydriasis are most likely to be seen with the use of which drug?
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Acepromazine
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Atipamezole
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Atropine
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Antisedan
Pregunta 11
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The three classes of tranquilizers and sedatives that are often used in veterinary medicine include:
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phenothiazines, benzodiazepines, and alfaxalone agonists.
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phenothiazines, benzodiazepines, and alpha2-adrenoceptor agonists.
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phenothiazines, barbiturates, and alpha2-adrenoceptor agonists.
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phenothiazines, barbiturates, and alfaxalone agonists.
Pregunta 12
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Post administration of acepromazine, a patient is noted to have an increased heart rate and decreased core temperature. To which common side effect is this attributed?
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Peripheral vasodilation
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Antiarrhythmic effect
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Penile prolapse
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Excitement
Pregunta 13
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Which of the following groups of drugs, also referred to as minor tranquilizers, are commonly used for their sedative, muscle relaxant, and anticonvulsant properties?
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Alpha2-agonists
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Opioids
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Phenothiazines
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Benzodiazepines
Pregunta 14
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Which benzodiazepine is most likely to cause irritation and pain when administered intramuscularly (IM)?
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Telazol®
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Zolazepam
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Diazepam
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Midazolam
Pregunta 15
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Benzodiazepines exert their primary effects by increasing the activity of the:
Pregunta 16
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The appropriate antagonist to use with benzodiazepines is:
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flumazenil.
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atipamezole.
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yohimbine.
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tolazoline.
Pregunta 17
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The most appropriate route of administration for alpha2-adrenoceptor agonists is:
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orally (PO) or subcutaneous (SC).
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subcutaneous (SC) or intramuscular (IM).
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intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV).
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subcutaneous (SC) or intravenous (IV).
Pregunta 18
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Due to their primary metabolic and excretion pathways, caution should be used when administering alpha2-adrenoceptor agonists to patients with which of the following conditions?
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Hepatitis and renal dysfunction
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Renal dysfunction and pruritis
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Hepatitis and cardiovascular disease
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Pruritis and cardiovascular disease
Pregunta 19
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The most common cardiac arrhythmia observed in which of the following IV administration of alpha2-adrenoceptor agonists?
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First- and fifth-degree AV block
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Second- and fifth-degree AV block
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First- and second-degree AV block
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Fifth-degree AV block only
Pregunta 20
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During administration of dexmedetomidine, bradycardia is noted. When taking treatment options into consideration, the most appropriate is administration of:
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acepromazine.
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anticholinergics.
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atipamezole.
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ketamine.
Pregunta 21
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The three major types of opioid receptors are:
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mu, kappa, and delta.
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mu, kappa, and gamma.
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delta, gamma, and omega.
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delta, kappa, and omega.
Pregunta 22
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In regard to opioids, pure antagonists are known to:
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partially stimulate the opioid receptors.
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not stimulate the mu receptors; they only stimulate the kappa receptors.
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bind to and stimulate the mu or kappa receptors.
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bind to but not stimulate mu or kappa receptors.
Pregunta 23
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Due to their tendency to increase intraocular and intracranial pressure, it is best to avoid the use of opioids in patients with which of the following conditions?
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Mandibular fracture
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CNS disorders
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Gingival hyperplasia
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Otitis externa
Pregunta 24
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A state of profound sedation and analgesia induced by simultaneous administration of an opioid and tranquilizer is referred to as:
Pregunta 25
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In regard to narcotics, naloxone can be used for the reversal of:
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agonists, partial agonists, or agonist–antagonists.
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agonists and partial agonists only.
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partial agonists and agonist–antagonists only.
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agonist–antagonists only.
Pregunta 26
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Drugs that have the ability to produce unconsciousness when given alone are characterized as:
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disruptive anesthetics.
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injectable anesthetics.
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reversible anesthetics.
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induction anesthetics.
Pregunta 27
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The tendency of a drug to dissolve in fats, oils, or lipids is referred to as:
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lipid solubility.
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protein binding.
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tissue redistribution.
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lipid agonists.
Pregunta 28
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After administration of propofol, blood flow is responsible for distribution throughout the body and results in which organ system receiving the highest concentration?
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Fat
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Muscle
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Gastrointestinal tract
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Brain
Pregunta 29
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High doses and rapid administration of propofol are known to cause:
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diarrhea.
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Heinz bodies.
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apnea.
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anorexia.
Pregunta 30
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Etomidate is best defined as an:
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ultrashort-acting nonbarbiturate drug with minimal cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
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ultrashort-acting, controlled, nonbarbiturate drug with significant cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
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ultrashort-acting barbiturate drug with minimal cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
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ultrashort-acting, controlled, barbiturate drug with significant cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
Pregunta 31
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After administration of etomidate, which organ is it possible to see depressed for several hours?
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Cardiovascular
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Adrenal gland
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Respiratory
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CNS
Pregunta 32
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Proper handling and use of alfaxalone and propofol include:
Pregunta 33
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Post administration of alfaxalone, it is important to monitor the patient for:
Pregunta 34
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Which common class of controlled drugs was developed during the 1930s–1950s and was commonly used as general anesthetics?
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Narcotics
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Barbiturates
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Alpha2-antagonists
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Opiates
Pregunta 35
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The most common use of pentobarbital is:
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as a sedative in dogs and cats.
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control of seizures in horses.
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as a euthanasia agent.
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control of seizures in dogs and cats.
Pregunta 36
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The most commonly utilized dissociative anesthetic in veterinary medicine is:
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morphine.
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sevoflurane.
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phencyclidine.
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ketamine.
Pregunta 37
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Dissociative anesthetics should be used with caution in patients with what underlying metabolic condition due to their redistribution and metabolism properties?
Pregunta 38
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While ketamine is widely used in veterinary medicine, it is currently licensed for use in which species?
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Equine
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Feline
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Canine
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Exotics
Pregunta 39
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The most common cardiac changes associated with administration of dissociative anesthetics are:
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decreased heart rate and output.
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decreased heart rate and mean arterial pressure.
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increased heart rate and output.
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increased heart rate and decreased mean arterial pressure.
Pregunta 40
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Tiletamine is sold only in combination with what other drug?
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Diazepam
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Midazolam
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Lorazepam
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Zolazepam
Pregunta 41
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Dissociatives exert their effects by acting upon:
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NMDA receptors.
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β-endorphin receptors.
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mu receptors.
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delta receptors.
Pregunta 42
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Which noncontrolled dissociative, commonly used for large animal medicine, has no anesthetic or analgesic properties when used alone?
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Ketamine
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Guaifenesin
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Tiletamine
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Telazol
Pregunta 43
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The first clinically used inhalation anesthetic was:
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chloroform.
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nitrous oxide.
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diethyl ether.
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halothane.
Pregunta 44
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The principal organ(s) involved in the elimination of halogenated compounds is(are):
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brain.
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liver
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kidneys
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lungs
Pregunta 45
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Halogenated compounds readily enter the brain due to what factor?
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High lipid solubility
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Alveoli partial pressure
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Concentration gradient
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Diffusion
Pregunta 46
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When halogenated agents are exposed to desiccated carbon dioxide absorbent, the results include:
Pregunta 47
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Decreased renal blood flow can be seen when using inhalation agents, secondary to which side effect?
Pregunta 48
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Vapor pressure is best defined as:
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the amount of pressure exerted by the gaseous form of a substance when the gas and liquid states are in equilibrium.
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both agent and temperature dependent.
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how readily the liquid condenses in the anesthetic machine.
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the causative agent for use of a precision vaporizer.
Pregunta 49
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Which of the following is responsible for the speed of induction and recovery of a patient?
Pregunta 50
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During a surgical process, anesthetic agent Z (MAC = 1.3%) was delivered at a setting of 1.3%. Utilizing the theory of MAC, how many dogs out of ten would respond to painful stimuli?
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Three dogs
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Five dogs
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Seven dogs
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None
Pregunta 51
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Isoflurane is labeled for use in:
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exotics.
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zoo animals.
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cats.
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horses.
Pregunta 52
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Sevoflurane is labeled for use in:
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exotics
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zoo animals
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cats
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dogs
Pregunta 53
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Which of the following inhalant anesthetics are going to produce the fastest induction and recovery based on their blood–gas partition coefficient?
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Desflurane/0.42
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Sevoflurane/0.68
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Isoflurane/1.46
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Methoxyflurane/15.0
Pregunta 54
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The primary reason for the use of nitrous oxide with other inhalant anesthetics is:
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it is gas at room temperature.
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it is easily administered with a flowmeter.
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it reduces MAC by 20% to 30%.
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it does not require a vaporizer.
Pregunta 55
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Doxapram is best categorized as an:
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alpha2-antagonist.
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analeptic agent.
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alpha2-agonist.
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opioid antagonist.