Chapter 1: Introduction to Anesthesia Table of Contents Review Questions Multiple Choice Answers........................................................................... 1 Case Study Solutions.......................................................................................................... 4 Case 1-1.....................................................................................................................................................4 Critical Thinking Questions Solutions.................................................................................... 4 Review Questions Multiple Choice Answers 1. What is the correct definition of the term sedation? a. A drug-induced reversible state of unconsciousness and loss of sensation b. The state characterized by CNS depression accompanied by sleepiness/drowsiness and some degree of relaxation c. A drug-induced state of calm in which anxiety is relieved the patient is relaxed but remains aware of surroundings d. The loss of sensation in a discrete area of the body caused by the administration of a local anesthetic agent Answer: b 2. What is the correct definition of the term tranquilization? a. A drug-induced reversible sate of unconsciousness and loss of sensation b. A drug-induced CNS depression and drowsiness in which the patient is generally unaware of surroundings but will respond to painful stimuli c. The administration of any of a group of compounds that calm and relax an anxious patient but do not induce sleep d. The loss of sensation in a discrete area of the body caused by the administration of a local anesthetic agent Answer: c 3. What do the letters ACVAA stand for? a. American Congress for Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia b. Association Certification in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia c. American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia d. American Congress for Veterinary Analgesia and Anesthesia Answer: c