The Use of Potent Local Anesthetics in Toxic Doses Can

question 4

Multiple Choice

The use of potent local anesthetics in toxic doses can lead to adverse effects in the central nervous system.These effects include nervousness,excitation,tremors,and convulsions.Which of the following is the most likely reason for these effects?

• A) Depression of the activity of the cerebral cortex
• B) Hypersensitivity to the local anesthetics
• C) Stimulation of the cerebral cortex
• D) None of the above

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