WorksheetsUnit 7 Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a topical anesthetic?
An anesthetic that is applied to a body surface such as the skin or mucous membrane
An anesthetic that is injected into the bloodstream
An anesthetic that is inhaled through the nose
An anesthetic that is taken orally in pill form
A dentist wants to reduce a patient's gag reflex during a procedure. Which of the following would be most appropriate to use?
Topical anesthetic
Antibiotic
Antiseptic mouthwash
Toothpaste
Which of the following is NOT a method of delivery for topical anesthetics?
Cotton-tip applicators
Sprays
Intravenous injection
Brushes
What is methemoglobinemia?
A condition in which a form of hemoglobin called methemoglobin builds up in the blood and oxygen is unable to be carried effectively to body tissues
A condition where blood sugar levels are abnormally high
A disease caused by bacteria in the lungs
A genetic disorder affecting red blood cell production
If a patient has impaired liver function, what consideration should be made when administering Lidocaine?
No adjustment is needed
Dose may need to be reduced due to liver metabolism
Increase the dose due to faster excretion
Switch to an alcohol-based anesthetic
Which over-the-counter (OTC) product contains Dyclonine Hydrochloride?
Sucrets Lozenges
Tylenol Tablets
Advil Gel Caps
Listerine Mouthwash
If a dentist wants to use the maximum recommended dose of Dyclonine Hydrochloride in a 0.5% solution, how many milliliters should be administered?
10 mL
20 mL
40 mL
50 mL
What is the FDA pregnancy/lactation category for Tetracaine Hydrochloride?
Category C
Category A
Category B
Category D
For how long does the effect of EMLA cream last after removal?
1 to 2 hours
10 to 20 minutes
4 to 5 hours
30 to 40 minutes
A patient is scheduled for a nonsurgical periodontal therapy session. Which local anesthetic gel would be most appropriate to provide comfort to the gingival tissues, based on the information provided?
Oraqix (2.5% lidocaine and 2.5% prilocaine gel)
Hydrogen peroxide gel
Fluoride varnish
Benzocaine ointment
