PO2 _____ cerebral perfusion pressure only when < 50 mmHg
#2
What is the anesthetic induction agent of choice for reducing ICP while maintaining cerebral or coronary perfusion pressure?_____
#3
In a case of venous air embolism (VAE) during craniotomy, the immediate next step of management is to _____ to limit air entry to chest circulation.
#4
What is the inhalational anesthetic of choice in neurosurgery?_____
#5
Robin Hood or reverse steal phenomenon is the redistribution of blood from normal to ischemic areas in the brain, seen with _____
#6
_____ is safe to use in head trauma as it is not associated with rise in ICP
Cerebral Physiology and Pathophysiology Indian Medical PG Flashcards - Medical Study Cards
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Cerebral Physiology and Pathophysiology Flashcard Deck - 6 Cards
Flashcard 1: PO2 _____ cerebral perfusion pressure only when < 50 mmHg
Answer: increases
Flashcard 2: What is the anesthetic induction agent of choice for reducing ICP while maintaining cerebral or coronary perfusion pressure?_____
Answer: Etomidate
Flashcard 3: In a case of venous air embolism (VAE) during craniotomy, the immediate next step of management is to _____ to limit air entry to chest circulation.
Answer: compress the jugular vein
Flashcard 4: What is the inhalational anesthetic of choice in neurosurgery?_____
Answer: Sevoflurane
Flashcard 5: Robin Hood or reverse steal phenomenon is the redistribution of blood from normal to ischemic areas in the brain, seen with _____
Answer: thiopentone (IV anesthetic)
Flashcard 6: _____ is safe to use in head trauma as it is not associated with rise in ICP
Answer: Etomidate::Anaesthetic
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