The most important property in determining the induction of a general anaesthetic agent is_____________?

Correct answer: C. Solubility of anaesthetic in blood

  • A. Alveolar exchage
  • B. Pulmonary ventilation
  • C. Solubility of anaesthetic in blood
  • D. solubility of anaesthetic in tissue

Explanation

Low solubility of an inhalational anaesthetic in blood allows its alveolar and brain partial pressures to rise rapidly, producing quick induction. Highly blood-soluble agents are taken up into blood and reach the brain more slowly.

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