Anesthesia (general)
- Combine hypnosis, analgesia + immobility as needed
- IV agent commonly induces anesthesia
- Volatile or IV infusion maintains anesthesia
- Opioid/nonopioid analgesia reduces anesthetic requirement
- Neuromuscular blocker adds paralysis—not unconsciousness
- Airway, ventilation + hemodynamics require continuous monitoring
Use at a glance
- Combine hypnosis, analgesia + immobility as needed
Practical pearls
- Volatile or IV infusion maintains anesthesia
- Opioid/nonopioid analgesia reduces anesthetic requirement
- Neuromuscular blocker adds paralysis—not unconsciousness
Other practical pearls
- IV agent commonly induces anesthesia
Monitoring / follow-up
- Airway, ventilation + hemodynamics require continuous monitoring
Self-check
- What components does general anesthesia combine as needed?
Hypnosis, analgesia and immobility. - Does neuromuscular blockade cause unconsciousness?
No—paralysis only.
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