Which of the following is the first treatment for an anesthetized patient experiencing bronchospasm
Administer additional anesthetic(s) to deepen the level of anesthesia, is the first treatment for bronchospasm because it is quick to administer. Inhalational beta-2 agonists, volatile anesthetics, and intravenous drugs with beta-adrenergic activity (epinephrine) can all attenuate bronchospasm. Neuromuscular blocking agents, have no effect on bronchospasm. In fact, some neuromuscular blocking agents can precipitate a bronchospasm if they cause histamine release.
Administer inhalational beta-2 agonists
Administer intravenous epinephrine
Administer additional anesthetic
Administer neuromuscular blocking agent
Anaesthesia of special situations