Which intravenous anaesthetic agent has high incidence of pychomimetic reactions during early recovery period-
Correct Answer: Ketamine
Description: Ketamine has been associated with emergence reaction/delirium incidence of which ranges from 3% to 100%. Emergence reactions seen with ketamine include vivid dreaming, extracorporeal experiences (sense of floating out of the body), and illusions (misinterpretation of a real, external sensory experience) during emergence from anesthesia. These are usually associated with excitement, confusion, euphoria, and fear. Emergence reaction can be reduced by the use of benzodiazepines.
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