Fentanyl vs Ketamine

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2026A Q09

Exam question

Compare and contrast fentanyl and ketamine using the following headings:
a) mechanism of action (20% of marks),
b) pharmacokinetics relevant to the intravenous administration in intensive care (40% of marks),
c) pharmacodynamics and adverse effects (40% of marks).

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Exam	Exact exam wording	Candidate success
2026A Q09	Compare and contrast fentanyl and ketamine using the following headings: a) mechanism of action (20% of marks), b) pharmacokinetics relevant to the intravenous administration in intensive care (40% of marks), c) pharmacodynamics and adverse effects (40% of marks).	51.8%