During balanced anesthesia, which type of medication is given while the surgery is performed?
a. Anticholinergics
b. Benzodiazepines
c. Hypnotics
d. Inhaled anesthetic
ANS: D
An inhaled anesthetic is given to induce anesthesia and is maintained throughout the surgical procedure. The other medications are given prior to anesthesia induction.
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