What Should the Clinician Do If She Accidently Positions the Anesthetic

question 8

Multiple Choice

What should the clinician do if she accidently positions the anesthetic needle against the periosteum and bony contact is made?

• A) Withdraw the needle and reinsert if farther away from the periosteum.
• B) Withdraw the needle and change it because it may be dull.
• C) Withdraw the needle, apply more topical anesthetic, and select a different injection to perform first.
• D) Without withdrawing the needle, move the needle slightly, aspirate, and attempt anesthesia again.

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