This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anaesthesia
Upper respiratory tract infection is a common problem in children. All the following anesthetic complications can occur in children with respiratory infections, EXCEPT: 
Select and explain. 
A. Bacteremia, B. Laryngospasm, C. Halothane granuloma, D. Increased mucosal bleeding
C: Halothane granuloma
Answer: C: Halothane granuloma 
Explanation: In this case due to local congestion and oedema there is a risk of mucosal bleeds, fuhermore the inflammation may also lead to laryngospasm. As with dental procedures bacteraemia can also occur. Halothane granulomas are more common in older, obese women not in children. Sevoflurane is the inducing agent of choice in children because it has no pungent smell. Ref: Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th Edition, Chapter 305