Explain How Local Anesthetics Affect Cardiac Function

question 17

Multiple Choice

Explain how local anesthetics affect cardiac function.

• A) Local anesthetics depress the function of the cardiac conduction system.
• B) Local anesthetics produce tachycardia.
• C) Local anesthetics cause hypertension.
• D) All of these are correct.

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