Which of the following inhalational general anaesthetic can cause laryngospasm:: (A) Halothane, (B) Nitrous oxide, (C) Desflurane, (D) Enflurane
Answer is C. Desflurane is an irritant if used for induction can cause larygospasm. Desflurane is the most pungent of the volatile agents and may result in a cough, laryngospasm, and bronchospasm and so is not routinely used for induction in children.