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All have both SEDATIVE and ANALGESIC properties EXCEPT:

  1. Nitrous oxide
  2. Propofol
  3. Opioids (fentanyl)
  4. Ketamine
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Correct answer: B. Propofol

PROPOFOL = pure sedative/hypnotic (GABA-A receptor) with NO intrinsic analgesia. Provides excellent sedation but does not relieve pain. Nitrous oxide = sedative + analgesic (opioid-like). Ketamine = dissociative sedation + profound analgesia (NMDA antagonist). Opioids = analgesics + sedation.

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