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275.
On which date is World Anaesthesia Day celebrated annually to commemorate the first successful public demonstration of diethyl ether anaesthesia?
October 1
October 10
October 15
October 16
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually on October 16 to acknowledge the crucial role of anaesthesia in modern medicine. This date marks the historic demonstration of diethyl ether anaesthesia by William Thomas Green Morton in 1846 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Morton's groundbreaking experiment revolutionized medical care by enabling painless surgeries, enhancing patient safety, and improving outcomes. The day honours the contributions of anesthesiologists worldwide and recognizes the significance of anaesthesia in transforming medical practices.
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