Which of the Following Is NOT True of Local Anesthetics

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of local anesthetics?

• A) They are used to supply anesthesia to only a specific area of the body.
• B) The onset of most local anesthetics is slow, and they last for prolonged periods of time.
• C) They may have epinephrine added to prolong their action and produce vasoconstriction.
• D) They generally end in "-caine."
• E) They come in several strengths, usually expressed in percents, and careful reading of the label is very important.

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