CAA Anesthesia Principles and Techniques

Question 1

Which type of anesthesia is used for major surgeries requiring complete unconsciousness?

Accepted Answer

General anesthesia

Answer

Regional anesthesia

Answer

Local anesthesia

Answer

Sedation

Question 2

What is the primary function of an endotracheal tube during anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

To maintain an open airway and provide ventilation

Answer

To administer IV medications

Answer

To measure oxygen saturation

Answer

To monitor blood pressure

Question 3

Which monitoring device is essential during general anesthesia to assess oxygenation?

Accepted Answer

Pulse oximeter

Answer

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Answer

Capnograph

Answer

Sphygmomanometer

Question 4

Which medication is commonly used for induction of anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Propofol

Answer

Lidocaine

Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Furosemide

Question 5

What is the purpose of neuromuscular blocking agents during anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

To provide muscle relaxation for surgery and intubation

Answer

To relieve pain

Answer

To increase blood pressure

Answer

To prevent nausea

Question 6

Why is capnography used during anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

To assess ventilation and detect airway issues

Answer

To monitor blood sugar levels

Answer

To measure blood pressure

Answer

To track heart rhythm