Which of the following situations may require more anesthesia to produce the necessary effects?
A)A patient who is very anxious
B)A patient who has anorexia
C)A patient who has gone into shock
D)Both A and B

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Increased amounts of anesthesia may be needed for a patient who is very anxious. An anxious patient may have higher levels of peripheral blood flow throughout the body. Their heart may be beating at a faster pace and they may have an increased respiratory rate. Greater amounts of anesthesia are needed during induction to achieve the same effects for this type of patient.

Which of the Following Situations May Require More Anesthesia to Produce