Ketamine is the preferred anaesthetic for the following EXCEPT:
* Ketamine is contra-indicated in hypeensives because it increases the blood pressure. * It is the induction agent of choice for: -- Asthmatics -- Shock -- Children -- Full stomach * It possesses very powerful analgesic action. * It can be used as a sole agent for minor procedures.
Hypeensives
Trauma cases that have bled significantly
Burn dressing
Sho operations on asthmatics
Anaesthesia