Adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs commonly include:

Adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs commonly include:

a. hyperactivity and aggression
b. CNS depression
c. cardiovascular and respiratory stimulation
d. hepatotoxicity.


Answer: B

Which is not true of maintenance therapy with antiepileptic drugs?

Which is not true of maintenance therapy with antiepileptic drugs?

a. Treatment is continued until the patient has been seizure free for 2-3 years
b. Barbiturates, sodium valproate and phenytoin are liver enzyme inhibitors
c. It is important that the person strictly adheres to the dosage
d. Antiepileptic drugs are ideally administered parenterally



Answer: B

The interaction between general anaesthetics and drugs such as opioids and alcohol could lead to:

The interaction between general anaesthetics and drugs such as opioids and alcohol could lead to:

a. hepatotoxicity
b. potentiation of CNS depression
c. hypovolaemia and acidosis
d. malignant hyperthermia.



Answer: B

What occurs in a situation of 'balanced anaesthesia'?

What occurs in a situation of 'balanced anaesthesia'?

a. The dose of anaesthetic is correctly calculated
b. The level of anaesthesia is monitored
c. The anaesthesia is undertaken using a combination of drugs
d. The anaesthetic has few side-effects



Answer: C