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Why do anesthesiologists administer something to make you relax just before you go to the operating room?

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

It is not: Necessary, but may make for a less anxious experience.

Answered 8/30/2012

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Dr. Tarek Shahbandar answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Or is stressful: For many patients, entering the or is stressful so anesthesiologist give a little anxiolytics and even an analgesic like versed and fentanyl before entering. These meds also make the induction of anesthetic faster ie it makes the process of falling asleep quicker.

Answered 3/13/2015

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