What is the appropriate term for the third stage of anesthesia?

1. Topical anesthesia
2. Local anesthesia
3. Surgical anesthesia
4. Balanced anesthesia


Correct Answer: 3

Rationale 1: Stage three anesthesia is called surgical anesthesia.
Rationale 2: Stage three anesthesia is called surgical anesthesia.
Rationale 3: Stage three anesthesia is called surgical anesthesia.
Rationale 4: Stage three anesthesia is called surgical anesthesia.

Global Rationale: Stage three anesthesia is called surgical anesthesia.

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