Suggested Level of Knowlege: Detailed

LOs

BT_GS 1.39 Describe the reversal of neuromuscular blockade using anti- cholinesterase agents, anticholinergics and sugammadex and the physiological effects of reversal

BT_GS 1.40 Describe the adverse effects of anticholinesterase agents

BT_PO 1.55 Outline clinically important drug interactions with the autonomic nervous system

BT_RA 1.16 Describe the drugs which may be injected into the intrathecal or epidural space as adjuvant agents to a central neuraxial block and discuss their risks and benefits

Past SAQs

2016.2 Describe the effects of giving an unopposed dose of neostigmine.

2015.2 Compare and contrast the pharmacology of neostigmine and sugammadex.

2010.2 Describe the pharmacodynamic effects and clinical uses of anticholinesterase drugs.

2007.1 Describe the potential adverse effects of administering neostigmine post operatively.

2004.2, 2001.2 Compare and contrast neostigmine and the organophosphorous compounds.

References

Anticholinesterases