Inhalational anesthetic
Inhalational Anesthetic
Inhalational anesthetic (pronunciation: in-huh-ley-shuh-nl an-uh-sthet-ik) is a type of anesthetic that is administered through inhalation.
Etymology
The term "inhalational anesthetic" is derived from the Latin word "inhalare" which means "to breathe in" and the Greek word "anaisthētikos" which means "insensible".
Definition
Inhalational anesthetics are chemical compounds that can induce and maintain general anesthesia when inhaled. They are often used during surgical procedures to render the patient unconscious and unresponsive to pain.
Types of Inhalational Anesthetics
There are several types of inhalational anesthetics, including:
- Nitrous Oxide: Also known as laughing gas, it is often used in combination with other anesthetics.
- Halothane: A potent inhalational anesthetic that is often used in pediatric anesthesia.
- Isoflurane: A commonly used inhalational anesthetic that has a rapid onset and offset.
- Desflurane: A highly potent inhalational anesthetic that is often used for maintenance of anesthesia.
- Sevoflurane: A newer inhalational anesthetic that is often used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia.
Related Terms
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness.
- General Anesthesia: A medically induced coma with loss of protective reflexes.
- Local Anesthesia: Loss of sensation in a small, specific area of the body.
- Regional Anesthesia: Loss of sensation in a larger area of the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inhalational anesthetic
- Wikipedia's article - Inhalational anesthetic
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