11.
Complete the following statements (nerve blocking anesthetics).
a. _______________________ produces anesthesia only in the area where
injected.
b. An injection of a dilute local anesthetic into the paracervical nerve endings through
the vagina is a ________________________ .
c.
An injection of anesthetic agent directly into the spinal column to cause loss of
sensation below the injection site is known as a _________ _____.
d. A __________________________ is administered just prior to delivery.
e. An injection of anesthetic agent in the peridural space through the sacral
hiatus is known as a _____________________.
f.
An injection of anesthetic agent on top of the dura space through the 3rd and
4th or 5th lumbar space is known as a ______________________ .
12.
What two regional anesthetics require frequent observation and must be
administered by a physician?
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
13.
What are the disadvantages of using general anesthesia during childbirth?
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
14.
What are the two most frequent side effects that may occur to the obstetric
patient receiving anesthesia?
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
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