Intravenous anesthetics MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: September 13, 2024

Intravenous Anesthetics MCQs

1. Which of the following is a commonly used intravenous anesthetic for induction of anesthesia?
   a) Propofol
   b) Sevoflurane
   c) Isoflurane
   d) Nitrous oxideAnswer: a) Propofol
2. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its rapid onset and short duration of action?
   a) Thiopental
   b) Ketamine
   c) Etomidate
   d) MidazolamAnswer: b) Ketamine
3. Which intravenous anesthetic is used for its analgesic properties in addition to its anesthetic effects?
   a) Propofol
   b) Ketamine
   c) Etomidate
   d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Ketamine
4. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for minimal cardiovascular effects?
   a) Thiopental
   b) Midazolam
   c) Propofol
   d) KetamineAnswer: c) Propofol
5. Which intravenous anesthetic is typically used for induction and has a high incidence of pain on injection?
   a) Propofol
   b) Thiopental
   c) Etomidate
   d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
6. Which intravenous anesthetic is often used for rapid sequence induction due to its short duration?
   a) Thiopental
   b) Ketamine
   c) Propofol
   d) EtomidateAnswer: c) Propofol
7. Which intravenous anesthetic is contraindicated in patients with a history of adrenal insufficiency?
   a) Propofol
   b) Ketamine
   c) Etomidate
   d) ThiopentalAnswer: c) Etomidate
8. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for causing hallucinations and dissociative anesthesia?
   a) Propofol
   b) Ketamine
   c) Midazolam
   d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Ketamine
9. Which intravenous anesthetic is often used as a sedative in procedural sedation?
   a) Propofol
   b) Etomidate
   c) Midazolam
   d) KetamineAnswer: c) Midazolam
10. Which intravenous anesthetic is associated with myoclonus and can cause seizures if used in high doses?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: d) Ketamine
11. Which intravenous anesthetic is metabolized primarily in the liver and has a potential for drug interactions?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Midazolam
12. Which intravenous anesthetic is characterized by a highly lipid-soluble property and rapid redistribution?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Ketamine
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: d) Thiopental
13. Which intravenous anesthetic is least likely to cause hypotension?
    a) Propofol
    b) Thiopental
    c) Ketamine
    d) MidazolamAnswer: c) Ketamine
14. Which intravenous anesthetic is considered the safest for patients with cardiovascular disease?
    a) Propofol
    b) Midazolam
    c) Etomidate
    d) KetamineAnswer: c) Etomidate
15. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for causing a “sleep-like” state without significant analgesia?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
16. Which intravenous anesthetic can cause respiratory depression, especially in high doses?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
17. Which intravenous anesthetic is used for induction and has a high potential for causing allergic reactions?
    a) Propofol
    b) Thiopental
    c) Midazolam
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Propofol
18. Which intravenous anesthetic is often used in combination with opioids for balanced anesthesia?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Propofol
    c) Etomidate
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Propofol
19. Which intravenous anesthetic is commonly used in patients with a history of drug abuse due to its lower potential for addiction?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
20. Which intravenous anesthetic is considered to have a relatively low risk of causing postoperative nausea and vomiting?
    a) Thiopental
    b) Midazolam
    c) Propofol
    d) KetamineAnswer: c) Propofol
21. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its potential to cause amnesia during procedures?
    a) Propofol
    b) Midazolam
    c) Ketamine
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Midazolam
22. Which intravenous anesthetic has a rapid onset but is known to cause a significant decrease in blood pressure?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Etomidate
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: a) Propofol
23. Which intravenous anesthetic can be used for both induction and maintenance of anesthesia but has a higher risk of respiratory depression?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
24. Which intravenous anesthetic is commonly used in pediatric patients for its safety profile and minimal side effects?
    a) Propofol
    b) Midazolam
    c) Ketamine
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Midazolam
25. Which intravenous anesthetic is associated with the potential for pain on injection?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Propofol
26. Which intravenous anesthetic is primarily used for short procedures due to its rapid onset and short duration?
    a) Propofol
    b) Thiopental
    c) Ketamine
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
27. Which intravenous anesthetic is used as a sole anesthetic for minor procedures and can cause dissociative effects?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) EtomidateAnswer: a) Ketamine
28. Which intravenous anesthetic is associated with minimal effects on cardiovascular and respiratory function?
    a) Etomidate
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Etomidate
29. Which intravenous anesthetic has a known risk of causing adrenal suppression?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Ketamine
    d) MidazolamAnswer: b) Etomidate
30. Which intravenous anesthetic is commonly used in combination with nitrous oxide for balanced anesthesia?
    a) Propofol
    b) Thiopental
    c) Ketamine
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
31. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its high lipid solubility and rapid distribution?
    a) Thiopental
    b) Propofol
    c) Ketamine
    d) EtomidateAnswer: a) Thiopental
32. Which intravenous anesthetic is less likely to cause respiratory depression compared to others?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Midazolam
33. Which intravenous anesthetic is preferred in cases where minimal hemodynamic changes are desired?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Ketamine
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: b) Etomidate
34. Which intravenous anesthetic is most commonly used for sedation during procedures outside of the operating room?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Ketamine
    c) Propofol
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: a) Midazolam
35. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for causing a “hangover” effect due to its prolonged effects?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Thiopental
    c) Propofol
    d) MidazolamAnswer: b) Thiopental
36. Which intravenous anesthetic is used for conscious sedation and can cause retrograde amnesia?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Ketamine
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: a) Midazolam
37. Which intravenous anesthetic is used for induction in patients with a compromised cardiovascular system?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Etomidate
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: c) Etomidate
38. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its analgesic effects and is often used for pain management in addition to anesthesia?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Ketamine
39. Which intravenous anesthetic has a high risk of causing allergic reactions in sensitive individuals?
    a) Propofol
    b) Midazolam
    c) Ketamine
    d) EtomidateAnswer: a) Propofol
40. Which intravenous anesthetic is used primarily for its sedative effects in procedural sedation?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Midazolam
41. Which intravenous anesthetic has minimal effects on cardiovascular and respiratory systems but may cause discomfort during injection?
    a) Propofol
    b) Etomidate
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: b) Etomidate
42. Which intravenous anesthetic is preferred for patients requiring a rapid induction and recovery with minimal side effects?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
43. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its dissociative effects and is used in both surgical and diagnostic procedures?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) EtomidateAnswer: a) Ketamine
44. Which intravenous anesthetic is most likely to cause an allergic reaction due to its formulation?
    a) Propofol
    b) Midazolam
    c) Etomidate
    d) ThiopentalAnswer: a) Propofol
45. Which intravenous anesthetic is characterized by a high incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting?
    a) Thiopental
    b) Propofol
    c) Ketamine
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Thiopental
46. Which intravenous anesthetic has a relatively long duration of action and is used for prolonged procedures?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: c) Thiopental
47. Which intravenous anesthetic is used for short surgical procedures and has a high risk of respiratory depression?
    a) Propofol
    b) Ketamine
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Propofol
48. Which intravenous anesthetic is primarily used for induction in patients who are critically ill?
    a) Etomidate
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Etomidate
49. Which intravenous anesthetic is known for its potential to cause agitation and hallucinations during recovery?
    a) Ketamine
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) MidazolamAnswer: a) Ketamine
50. Which intravenous anesthetic is commonly used for its sedative and amnesic properties in outpatient procedures?
    a) Midazolam
    b) Propofol
    c) Thiopental
    d) KetamineAnswer: a) Midazolam

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   • Neuromuscular blocking agents MCQs
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   • Supraglottic airway devices MCQs – Anesthesia
   • Video laryngoscopy MCQs – Anesthesia
   • Difficult airway management MCQs – Anesthesia
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6. Regional Anesthesia MCQs :
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   • Spinal anesthesia MCQs
   • Peripheral nerve blocks MCQs
7. Patient Assessment and Optimization:
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   • Patient history and physical examination MCQs – Anesthesia
   • Risk assessment and optimization MCQs – Anesthesia
8. Anesthesia Delivery Systems MCQs:
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9. Pediatric Anesthesia MCQs :
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   • Pediatric airway management MCQs – Anesthesia
   • Pediatric drug dosages MCQs – Anesthesia
10. Obstetric Anesthesia MCQs – Anesthesia:
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    • Epidural analgesia in obstetrics MCQs – Anesthesia
    • Anesthetic considerations for cesarean section
11. Anesthesia Complications and Emergencies MCQs:
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    • Anaphylaxis MCQs – Anesthesia
    • Cardiac arrest during anesthesia MCQs – Anesthesia
12. Post-Anesthesia Care MCQs:
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    • Pain management strategies MCQs – Anesthesia
    • Post-operative complications related to anesthesia MCQs
13. Geriatric Anesthesia:
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    • Geriatric pharmacology MCQs – Anesthesia
    • Management of common comorbidities MCQs – Anesthesia
14. Ethics and Professionalism in Anesthesia MCQs:
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    • Patient autonomy MCQs – Anesthesia
    • Professional conduct and communication MCQs – Anesthesia
15. Simulation and Skills Training MCQs :
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    • Simulation exercises for crisis management MCQs – Anesthesia