Which Local Anesthetic Should Be Reduced or Not Used for a Patient

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which local anesthetic should be reduced or not used for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

• A) Lidocaine
• B) Bupivacaine
• C) Prilocaine
• D) Mepivacaine

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