Which IV drug is commonly used for general anesthesia and is used for rapid induction?
a. Xylocaine
b. Isoflurane
c. Propofol
d. Marcaine
ANS: C
Propofol is a sterile, milky, soybean, egg lecithin, oil in water emulsion. It is used for rapid induction and maintenance of anesthesia. Emergence is very rapid, with few postoperative side effects.
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