Which anesthetic agent is contraindicated in pregnancy and laparoscopy?

a. Propofol
b. Ketamine
c. Thiopental
d. Nitrous oxide

ANS: D
Nitrous oxide can have teratogenic effects, increase intracranial pressure, cause distention of the bowel, act as a cerebral vasodilator, and is combustible.

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a. pericardial effusions. b. fibrosis and calcification of the pericardial layers. c. cardiomyopathy. d. hemorrhage in the pericardial cavity.

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Pancreatic steatorrhea __________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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