Which anesthetic agent is the preferred choice for 'smooth' inhalation induction in pediatric patients due to its pleasant smell and lack of airway irritation?
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Correct answer: Sevoflurane
Sevoflurane has a low blood:gas solubility and is non-pungent, unlike desflurane or diethyl ether, which irritate the airway and provoke coughing or breath-holding. This makes it the standard agent for mask induction in children.
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