Anaesthesia – MCQ 32 – Fastest acting inhalational agent

Which one of the following is the fastest acting inhalational agent?
A. Halothane
B. Isoflurane
C. Ether
D. Sevoflurane

Correct answer : D. Sevoflurane

Sevoflurane is the fastest acting among the options given. Desflurane is THE fastest acting inhalational agent.

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