Question 1

Which of the following is/are true regarding topical anesthetics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Allergic reactions can occur up to 2 days after the anesthetic is given. 
B)  Benzocaine and tetracaine are both amides, which increases their potential for causing an allergic reaction. 
C)  If there were an allergic reaction, it is likely to present immediately at the time of anesthesia. 
D)  All of the above 
E)  Some combination of the above 
A)  Allergic reactions can occur up to 2 days after the anesthetic is given. 
B)  Benzocaine and tetracaine are both amides, which increases their potential for causing an allergic reaction. 
C)  If there were an allergic reaction, it is likely to present immediately at the time of anesthesia. 
D)  All of the above 
E)  Some combination of the above

Question 2

The published maximum dosage recommendation for the topical anesthetic benzocaine is 200 mg.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What is the name of the most potent ester topical anesthetic?

Accepted Answer

A)  2.5% Lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream 
B)  Dyclonine hydrochloride 
C)  Tetracaine hydrochloride 
D)  Benzocaine 
A)  2.5% Lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine cream 
B)  Dyclonine hydrochloride 
C)  Tetracaine hydrochloride 
D)  Benzocaine

Question 4

Which of the following are considered advantages for the use of topical anesthetic agents?
1) Pain control2. Stimulation of gag reflex3. Can be purchased over the counter4. Ease of use

Accepted Answer

A)  1, 4 
B)  1, 3, 4 
C)  1, 2, 3, 4 
D)  Some other combination 
A)  1, 4 
B)  1, 3, 4 
C)  1, 2, 3, 4 
D)  Some other combination

Question 5

Which of the following are best practices to follow when administering local anesthesia of any kind in the dental office?
1) Review the patient's health and dental history at all appointments.2. Use the lowest concentration of anesthesia to satisfy clinical requirements.3. Limit the area of application.4. Know the concentration of the drug being used.

Accepted Answer

A)  2, 3, 4 
B)  1, 3 
C)  Some other combination 
D)  All of the above 
A)  2, 3, 4 
B)  1, 3 
C)  Some other combination 
D)  All of the above

Question 6

A patient presents to your dental office the day after her dental appointment,complaining of swelling and itching on the right side of her face.You should reassure the patient that it is not possible that her symptoms are related to dental anesthesia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

List common forms of topical anesthetics used in dentistry.

Accepted Answer

Gel,spray,

Question 8

What is the maximum recommended dose of Oraqix at one dental treatment session?

Accepted Answer

A)  Two cartridges 
B)  Four cartridges 
C)  Five cartridges 
D)  Eleven cartridges 
A)  Two cartridges 
B)  Four cartridges 
C)  Five cartridges 
D)  Eleven cartridges

Question 9

The over-the-counter product Anbesol with benzocaine can be safely used by all family members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What is a drawback to the use of an unmetered topical anesthetic spray?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cost 
B)  Not dose manageable 
C)  Cross-contamination 
D)  Site-specific 
A)  Cost 
B)  Not dose manageable 
C)  Cross-contamination 
D)  Site-specific

Question 11

Which patients may be more susceptible to adverse effects to topical anesthetic agents?

Accepted Answer

A)  Children 
B)  Elderly 
C)  Medically compromised 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Children 
B)  Elderly 
C)  Medically compromised 
D)  All of the above

Question 12

Lidocaine is metabolized in the liver and excreted via the kidneys with less than 10% remaining unchanged.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What is the reason that concentrations of topical anesthetic agents are higher than those of their injectable counterparts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Topical agents are not natural vasoconstrictors like injectable anesthetic agents. 
B)  They facilitate high plasma concentrations of topical anesthetic agents. 
C)  They facilitate diffusion of the topical anesthetic agent through the mucous membranes. 
D)  With topical anesthetic agents, systemic absorption decreases. 
A)  Topical agents are not natural vasoconstrictors like injectable anesthetic agents. 
B)  They facilitate high plasma concentrations of topical anesthetic agents. 
C)  They facilitate diffusion of the topical anesthetic agent through the mucous membranes. 
D)  With topical anesthetic agents, systemic absorption decreases.

Which of the following is/are true regarding topical anesthetics?

The published maximum dosage recommendation for the topical anesthetic benzocaine is 200 mg.

What is the name of the most potent ester topical anesthetic?

Which of the following are considered advantages for the use of topical anesthetic agents? 1) Pain control2. Stimulation of gag reflex3. Can be purchased over the counter4. Ease of use

A patient presents to your dental office the day after her dental appointment,complaining of swelling and itching on the right side of her face.You should reassure the patient that it is not possible that her symptoms are related to dental anesthesia.

List common forms of topical anesthetics used in dentistry.

What is the maximum recommended dose of Oraqix at one dental treatment session?

The over-the-counter product Anbesol with benzocaine can be safely used by all family members.

What is a drawback to the use of an unmetered topical anesthetic spray?

Which patients may be more susceptible to adverse effects to topical anesthetic agents?

Lidocaine is metabolized in the liver and excreted via the kidneys with less than 10% remaining unchanged.

What is the reason that concentrations of topical anesthetic agents are higher than those of their injectable counterparts?

Local Anesthesia in Dental Hygiene Practice: an Introduction

Neurophysiology

Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Agents

Pharmacology of Vasoconstrictors

Local Anesthetic Agents

Preanesthetic Assessment

Determining Drug Doses

Armamentariumsyringe Preparation

Anatomic Considerations for the Administration of Local Anesthesia

Basic Injection Techniques

Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia

Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia

Local Anesthetic Complications

Legal Considerations and Risk Management

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Exam 6: Topical Anesthetic Agents

Which of the following is/are true regarding topical anesthetics?

The published maximum dosage recommendation for the topical anesthetic benzocaine is 200 mg.

What is the name of the most potent ester topical anesthetic?

Which of the following are considered advantages for the use of topical anesthetic agents? 1) Pain control2. Stimulation of gag reflex3. Can be purchased over the counter4. Ease of use

A patient presents to your dental office the day after her dental appointment,complaining of swelling and itching on the right side of her face.You should reassure the patient that it is not possible that her symptoms are related to dental anesthesia.

List common forms of topical anesthetics used in dentistry.

What is the maximum recommended dose of Oraqix at one dental treatment session?

The over-the-counter product Anbesol with benzocaine can be safely used by all family members.

What is a drawback to the use of an unmetered topical anesthetic spray?

Which patients may be more susceptible to adverse effects to topical anesthetic agents?

Lidocaine is metabolized in the liver and excreted via the kidneys with less than 10% remaining unchanged.

What is the reason that concentrations of topical anesthetic agents are higher than those of their injectable counterparts?

Local Anesthesia in Dental Hygiene Practice: an Introduction

Neurophysiology

Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Agents

Pharmacology of Vasoconstrictors

Local Anesthetic Agents

Preanesthetic Assessment

Determining Drug Doses

Armamentariumsyringe Preparation

Anatomic Considerations for the Administration of Local Anesthesia

Basic Injection Techniques

Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia

Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia

Local Anesthetic Complications

Legal Considerations and Risk Management

Filters