The Provider Used Lidocaine with Epinephrine as a Local Anesthetic

question 9

Multiple Choice

The provider used lidocaine with epinephrine as a local anesthetic when suturing a laceration on a patient's hand. Following the procedure, which patient symptom causes the most concern?

• A) Difficulty moving the fingers of the affected hand
• B) Inability to feel pressure at the suture site
• C) Nervousness and tachycardia
• D) Sensation of pain returning to the wound

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