Scavenging Volatile Agents Quiz

Which of the following are considered volatile agents?

• Nitrous oxide, Halothane

• Isoflurane, Sevoflurane

• Carbon dioxide, Methane

• Oxygen, Hydrogen

What type of health events are associated with volatile agents?

• Musculoskeletal effects

• Cardiovascular effects

• Neurological effects

• Respiratory effects

Which symptom is NOT listed as an adverse health event associated with volatile agents?

• Ataxia

• Tremor

• Hypertension

• Skin and eye irritation

What is an environmental impact of volatile agents?

• They deplete the ozone layer

• They are very potent greenhouse gases

• They cause acid rain

• They reduce air quality

What is the maximum safe exposure level set in the UK for a duration of 8 hours?

• 5ppm

• 20ppm

• 50ppm

• 75ppm

How often should monitoring for maximum safe exposure be carried out?

• Every 3 months

• Every 6 months

• Every 9 months

• Every 12 months

What type of device is recommended for monitoring personal exposure levels?

• Personal dose-meters

• Fixed air quality sensors

• Mobile phone applications

• Visual inspections

What is the limit value for Isoflurane exposure over 8 hours in ppm?

• 2

• 5

• 10

• 50

What is the purpose of the Barnsley Receiver / Anaesthetic Gas Scavenging System (AGSS) in active scavenging?

• It actively sucks in fresh air into the circuit.

• It creates positive pressure.

• It stops you from sucking air out of the patient.

• It releases exhaled gases into the atmosphere.

What does the extractor fan do in an active scavenging system?

• It cools down the circuit.

• It creates negative pressure.

• It adds oxygen to the exhaled gases.

• It monitors the flow of gases.