What Do You Know About Anaesthetics?

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Midazolam may be used for the...
- Reduction of saliva
- Reduction of anxiety
- Reduction of anger
- Reduction of sperm waste

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Anesthetics (or anaesthetics) are many varieties of drugs used to prevent any form of pain during a surgery. Take this quiz to find out more.

What Do You Know About Anaesthetics? - Quiz

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Diazepam is commonly used to reduce...
- Memory loss
- Anxiety
- Saliva
- Vomiting
Correct Answer

A. Anxiety

Explanation

Diazepam is commonly used to reduce anxiety. It is a medication that belongs to the benzodiazepine class and acts as a central nervous system depressant. It works by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called GABA, which helps to calm the brain and reduce anxiety. Diazepam is commonly prescribed for various anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. It can help to alleviate symptoms such as excessive worrying, restlessness, and irritability.

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Procaine is used to reduce...
- Anger
- Pain
- Anxiety
- Saliva
Correct Answer

A. Pain

Explanation

Procaine is a local anesthetic that is commonly used to reduce pain. It works by blocking the transmission of pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby providing relief from pain. Procaine is often used in medical procedures, dental work, and surgeries to numb the area and minimize discomfort. It is not typically used to reduce anger, anxiety, or saliva production.

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Diazepam may also be used to cause.....
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Stroke
- Memory loss
Correct Answer

A. Memory loss

Explanation

Diazepam is a medication that belongs to the benzodiazepine class and is commonly used as a sedative or to treat anxiety disorders. One of the side effects of diazepam is memory loss, particularly anterograde amnesia, which refers to the inability to form new memories. This effect is due to the drug's ability to enhance the activity of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which has inhibitory effects on the brain. Therefore, diazepam can impair the formation and retrieval of memories, leading to memory loss.

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Methadone is used to treat...
- Pain
- Aggressiveness
- Paranoia
- Weakness
Correct Answer

A. Pain

Explanation

Methadone is a synthetic opioid medication that is primarily used to treat severe pain. It is often prescribed to individuals who are experiencing chronic pain that is not effectively managed by other pain medications. Methadone works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, reducing the perception of pain. It is not typically used to treat aggressiveness, paranoia, or weakness.

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Fentanyl adverse effect are all these except...
- Weakness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Bone pain
Correct Answer

A. Bone pain

Explanation

Fentanyl is a potent opioid medication used for pain management. Its adverse effects commonly include weakness, dry mouth, and headache. However, bone pain is not typically listed as an adverse effect of fentanyl. This is because fentanyl primarily affects the central nervous system and does not directly target the bones. Therefore, bone pain is not expected to be a side effect of fentanyl use.

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Atropine may be used to...
- Reduce saliva
- Reduce anger
- Reduce anxiety
- Reduce blood pump
Correct Answer

A. Reduce saliva

Explanation

Atropine is a medication that can be used to reduce saliva production. It works by blocking certain receptors in the body, specifically the muscarinic receptors, which are responsible for stimulating saliva production. By blocking these receptors, atropine can reduce the amount of saliva produced, which can be beneficial in certain medical conditions where excessive saliva production is a problem.

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Anesthetics are categorized into how many classes?
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Correct Answer

A. 2

Explanation

Anesthetics are categorized into two classes. This means that there are two main categories or types of anesthetics.

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Procaine was first synthesized in...
- 1902
- 1903
- 1904
- 1905
Correct Answer

A. 1905

Explanation

Procaine was first synthesized in 1905.

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10.

Methadone maximum effect can take how many days of use?
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Correct Answer

A. 5

Explanation

Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication commonly used for the treatment of opioid addiction. It has a slow onset of action and accumulates in the body over time. Therefore, it may take several days of continuous use for methadone to reach its maximum effect. This is why the correct answer is 5 days.

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