CW 111 - Anesthetics, Analgesics, and Narcotics

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What is Fentanyl (Duragesic)?

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A potent synthetic opioid used for pain management, particularly in surgical settings.

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What are the primary uses of Fentanyl?

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Used extensively for open-heart surgery and in managing severe pain.

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What are neurotransmitters?

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Chemical substances released from neurons that transmit signals across synapses.

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What is chronic nonmalignant pain?

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Pain that lasts more than three months and may respond poorly to treatment.

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What is the primary function of the Somatic Nervous System?

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Controls voluntary movements by innervating skeletal muscles.

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What is the role of opioids in pain management?

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Opioids are used to relieve severe pain by binding to opioid receptors in the brain.

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What are common side effects of opioid use?

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Constipation, nausea, drowsiness, and respiratory depression.

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What is the difference between analgesics and anesthetics?

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Analgesics relieve pain without causing loss of consciousness, while anesthetics induce a loss of sensation or consciousness.

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What is a migraine?

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A type of headache characterized by intense, debilitating pain, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light.

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What are common medications used to treat migraines?

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Frova, Maxalt, and Zomig are common migraine medications.