Which of the following is a reason a combination of drugs is used during general anesthesia?

a. keeps cost down
b. maintains patient consciousness longer
c. minimizes adverse reactions
d. all of the above


c. By using a combination of drugs and not just one drug, less dosage is used of each drug and thus there are fewer incidences of adverse reactions.

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A) Aerosolized B) Compressed tablet C) Pressurized liquid D) Viscous gel

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A list of insured members who have chosen the provider as their PCP is called:

a. a member list. b. an eligibility roster. c. an insured member list. d. None of the above

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The laryngeal cartilage associated with the bifurcation of the pharynx into the trachea and esophagus is known as the cricoid

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What does an anion gap of 18 mEq/L indicate?

a. metabolic acidosis c. respiratory acidosis b. lab error d. metabolic alkalosis

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