Which intravenous anaesthetic agent has high incidence of pychomimetic reactions during early recovery period-
Ketamine has been associated with emergence reaction/delirium incidence of which ranges from 3% to 100%. Emergence reactions seen with ketamine include vivid dreaming, extracorporeal experiences (sense of floating out of the body), and illusions (misinterpretation of a real, external sensory experience) during emergence from anesthesia. These are usually associated with excitement, confusion, euphoria, and fear. Emergence reaction can be reduced by the use of benzodiazepines.
Ketamine
Thiopentone
Propofol
Etomidate
Intravenous Anesthetic Agents