Tranquilizers/Sedatives

Question 1

What does a tranquilizer do?

Answer 1

decreases fear and apprehension

Question 2

What are tranquilizers and sedatives used for?

Answer 2

Facilitate induction and recovery from general anesthesia

Question 3

How do tranquilizers and sedatives benefit the patient?

2

Answer 3

1. Decreases the amount of more potent anesthetic needed for induction and maintenance of anesthesia
2. Decreases pain and discomfort in postoperative period

Question 4

What are the commonly used tranquilizers and sedatives?

4

Answer 4

1. Phenothiazines
2. Benzodiazepines
3. Alpha-2 agonist
4. Opioids