The Purpose of Adding Epinephrine to a Local Anesthetic Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

The purpose of adding epinephrine to a local anesthetic is to

• A) Prevent an allergic reaction
• B) Prolong the effect of the anesthetic
• C) Increase the rate of systemic absorption of the anesthetic
• D) Reduce patient discomfort during the minor surgery
• E) All of the above

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Confidence Interval Estimate

A spectrum of values, drawn from sample statistics, projected to embrace the value of an undefined population measure.

Standard Error

A statistical measure that quantifies the variability or dispersion of a sample statistic from the population parameter.

Sample Size

The number of observations or units chosen from a population to participate in a statistical study, influencing the study's validity and conclusions.

Confidence Interval Estimate

A range of values derived from sample data that is likely to contain the value of an unknown population parameter, expressed at a given level of confidence.