Notes in 27 Neuraxial

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Published	12/13/2023	{{c2::Parallel}} insertion of spinal needles minimizes the size of the dural hole, which decreases the risk of {{c1::postdural puncture headache}}.&nb…
Published	12/13/2023	The epidural space is deepest in the {{c1::lumbar}} region.
Published	12/13/2023	The epidural space contains {{c1::fat pads}} that reduce bioavailability of lipophilic drugs.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c2::Batson's plexus}} are valveless {{c3::epidural}} veins that drain blood from the {{c1::spinal cord}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Local anesthetics in the {{c1::epidural}} space must diffuse through {{c2::dural cuffs (sleeves)}} before blockading nerve roots.
Published	12/13/2023	Sympathetic innervation of the gastrointestinal tract comes from the {{c1::sympathetic chain (T5-L2)}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Procaine 10% in water is a {{c1::hyper}}baric solution.
Published	12/13/2023	A {{c1::saddle}} block utilizes a {{c2::hyper}}baric solution that anesthetizes the {{c3::sacral}} nerve roots.
Published	12/13/2023	If a patient is placed supine after injection with a hypobaric solution, the solution will rise to the {{c1::lower lumbar}} region.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c1::Cutting}}-tip needles are more likely to injure the cauda equina.
Published	12/13/2023	What anatomical abnormalities are absolute contraindications to caudal anesthesia?{{c1::Spina bifida}}{{c2::Meningomyelocele of the sacrum}}
Published	12/13/2023	In pediatrics, the maximum dose of bupivacaine, levobupivacaine, and ropivacaine in caudal anesthesia is {{c1::2.5}} mg/kg.
Published	12/13/2023	The prototypical hydrophilic opioid for neuraxial anesthesia is {{c1::morphine}}.
Published	12/13/2023	The prototypical lipophilic opioid for neuraxial anesthesia is {{c1::fentanyl}}.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c1::Lipophilic}} opioids are more likely to be absorbed systemically when given via a neuraxial route.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c1::Hydrophilic}} opioids produce a {{c2::wider}} band of analgesia when given via a neuraxial route.
Published	12/13/2023	What organism is most likely responsible for post-spinal bacterial meningitis?{{c1::Streptococcus viridans}}
Published	12/13/2023	What interventions will prevent the transmission of streptococcus viridans when performing a neuraxial block?{{c1::Wear a mask }}
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