Pain Control & Anesthesia Test 1 Practice

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• What is the maximum recommended dose of articaine with epinephrine?
• Polarization of the membrane is considered what state?
• If used in a block, which is the only intermediate acting anesthetic without a vasoconstrictor?
• List two major adverse effects of opioids.
• What role do vasoconstrictors play in local anesthesia?
• The structure described as the 'gatekeeper' of neuronal signaling is which?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of mepivacaine with epinephrine?
• Nitrous oxide is used in analgesia. What are the key safety concerns?
• Which statement accurately describes the role of a nerve block in dentistry for posterior mandible anesthesia?
• What is a primary goal of opioid-sparing strategies in perioperative pain management?
• What is malignant hyperthermia and which agents trigger it?
• Which local anesthetic formulation is the only one available with levonordefrin?
• Which part of a sensory neuron is primarily responsible for receiving signals from other neurons or receptors?
• Protein binding affects which characteristics of anesthetics?
• The intensity of the stimulus directly affects the intensity of the impulse.
• Which type of nerve fiber is responsible for dull, aching pain?
• Which amide anesthetic is metabolized in the plasma, much like esters?
• How common is a true allergy to amide local anesthetics?
• Which local anesthetic is considered the least toxic among standard options but has a methemoglobinemia risk?
• Which statement best describes the role of epinephrine in local anesthetics at a 1:100,000 concentration?
• Which of the following is a brand name for lidocaine?
• Which part of a sensory neuron is considered the 'gatekeeper' of the signals?
• Which nerve fiber types are found throughout the oral cavity?
• What analgesic is generally considered safest for pain control during pregnancy?
• ASA V describes a moribund patient not expected to survive without the operation. True or false?
• The resting potential of a nerve is what:
• A patient weighs 60 kg. What is the maximum recommended dose of lidocaine with epinephrine 1:100,000?
• Which local anesthetic has the highest variance in duration time depending on the injection type used?
• Name a common agent used for conscious sedation and its reversal agent.
• Which local anesthetic shows the greatest variability in duration when comparing infiltration to nerve block injections?
• Which anesthetic is metabolized in the plasma rather than the liver, making it unique among common amides?
• Which is the only amide local anesthetic that contains an ester component?
• Which factor is NOT a determinant of the rate of systemic absorption?
• Which neuron component is the primary site of protein synthesis and metabolic activity?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of bupivacaine with epinephrine?
• Which of the following is NOT true of lidocaine?
• Why is severe sulfite allergy considered an absolute contraindication to vasoconstrictor-containing local anesthetic solutions?
• Which of the following are common adverse effects and cautions of NSAIDs in perioperative care?
• Which statement about pKa and onset is correct?
• Delta opioid receptors are best described as:
• Buffering of anesthetics with epinephrine is commonly achieved using which compound?
• Which nerve block would most likely be used for anesthesia of the lower jaw teeth?
• Which statement correctly describes the effect of sodium bisulfate on pH in anesthetic solutions?
• Which is the least toxic local anesthetic that also carries the risk of methemoglobinemia?
• Which tissue primarily metabolizes benzocaine, tetracaine, and procaine?
• How far into soft tissue can a topical anesthetic generally reach?
• Which statement about infiltration anesthesia in dentistry is true?
• What is the number of cartridges of anesthetic that contain 1:100,000 epinephrine that can be used on a healthy patient?
• What is another name for the elimination of the local anesthetic from blood and tissues?
• Why is thorough documentation important in pain control and anesthesia practice?
• Which compound is often used as a buffering agent in anesthetics with epinephrine?
• What are the two major groups of anesthetic agents?
• Which statement about NSAIDs in late pregnancy is most accurate?
• In the initial management of suspected LAST, what is the first step?
• The lower the pH of a solution the (more/less) lipid soluble it becomes.
• Which anesthetic is often regarded as safer due to no vasoconstrictors, but actually has a higher rate of toxicity?
• Marcaine and vivacaine are brand names for which anesthetic?
• Gaps in a myelinated nerve axon are often called____________.
• During nitrous oxide administration, monitoring should include adjusting the settings as needed.
• Which analgesic approach is consistent with multimodal analgesia aimed at reducing opioid use?
• Name one brand name for mepivacaine.
• Why does tissue acidosis slow the onset of local anesthesia?
• Septocaine is a brand name for which anesthetic?
• Pka affects which characteristic of anesthetic?
• Which amide local anesthetic contains an ester group in its chemical structure?
• What is the primary rationale for multimodal analgesia?
• Which statements about vasoconstrictors as additives to local anesthetics are true?
• Oraqix uses lidocaine along with which other anesthetic?
• Which local anesthetic with epinephrine has the lowest maximum per-kilogram dose?
• Benzocaine, tetracaine and procaine are all metabolized by:
• The effects of epinephrine on the myocardium are generally negative and are influenced by which receptors?
• Which factor commonly explains nonallergic adverse reactions to amide local anesthetics?
• Neuropathic pain characteristically features burning or electric sensations and often responds poorly to standard analgesics. Which option best reflects this?
• Is an exam required prior to a RDH administering local anesthesia in Florida?
• In dental anesthesia, which statement is most accurate about the comparative block characteristics?
• Which topical anesthetic has the slowest onset of roughly 20 minutes?
• Which 2 local anesthetics are considered safe for pregnant women?
• Levonordefrin potency relative to epinephrine is 1/6.
• Which statement best describes mu opioid receptors?
• Cetacaine contains benzocaine, butamben, and tetracaine. Which of the following is NOT among Cetacaine's ingredients?
• If an anesthetic has a higher pKa, what is the expected effect on onset?
• What type of supervision is required for a dental hygienist to administer local anesthesia in Florida?
• Levonordefrin is 1/6 as potent as epinephrine.
• Which component at the end of a neuron forms the synapse with target cells to transmit signals?
• What is referred to as the point at which a sensation becomes painful?
• Which statement accurately describes systemic toxicity risk with local anesthetics?
• Which anesthetic is metabolized in the plasma rather than the liver, making it unique among common amides?
• Define nociception.
• Which type of nerve fiber is responsible for sharp pain and temperature sensation?
• Smaller nerves are easier to anesthetize than larger nerves.
• For a healthy adult patient, what is the maximum recommended dose of epinephrine within an anesthetic solution?
• Which of the following is also a brand name for articaine besides Septocaine?
• The gaps in the myelin sheath that enable rapid conduction are known as what?
• Which local anesthetic with epinephrine has a per-kilogram maximum dose of 8 mg/kg?
• Which statement accurately describes epinephrine dilutions 1:50,000; 1:100,000; and 1:200,000 in terms of pain control?
• Volatile inhaled anesthetics mechanism in general anesthesia primarily involves which receptor?
• Which topical anesthetic has no MRD?
• How do non-narcotic adjuvants like gabapentinoids contribute to perioperative analgesia?
• Which statement best describes tachyphylaxis?
• Which anesthetic has the widest duration variability based on injection technique?
• The ASA physical status classification is used to gauge perioperative risk. Which statement is true?
• Which anesthetic is metabolized in the liver and lungs?
• What is the loose connective tissue that encloses axons and their myelin sheaths?
• Which local anesthetic formulation is paired with levonordefrin in standard preparations?
• Which 2 anesthetics are available plain (no epinephrine)?
• Among the listed local anesthetics with epinephrine, which has the highest maximum recommended total dose?
• Citanest is the brand name for which anesthetic?
• Which sequence best describes typical airway management during general anesthesia?
• Pain threshold is best described as which concept?
• Which statement accurately differentiates nociceptive pain from neuropathic pain?
• Which part of a sensory neuron is responsible for protein synthesis and is not involved in impulse transmission?
• Which factors determine the rate of systemic absorption of local anesthetics?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of lidocaine with epinephrine 1:100,000 for an average adult?
• Which topical anesthetic has the fastest onset among the listed options?
• Which practice most effectively prolongs the duration of a local anesthetic at the injection site while managing toxicity risk?
• Which of the following is not an ingredient in Cetacaine?
• What is the difference between maxillary and mandibular anesthesia approaches?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of lidocaine without epinephrine?
• Local anesthetics are divided into which two major categories?
• Which local anesthetic is repeatedly noted for methemoglobinemia risk?
• What is the mechanism of acetaminophen and its primary safety risk?
• Which local anesthetic is approved for infiltration (subperiosteal) injection in the mandible?
• Sodium bisulfate, when added to an anesthetic solution, _________ the pH.
• Which of the following has the shortest half-life?
• Which option lists all three active components of Cetacaine?
• Performing a complete health history review at every appointment helps us recognize stressors and health conditions that may complicate dental procedures.
• What does PCA stand for and when is it appropriate to use?
• Which mechanism explains NSAID-induced GI side effects?
• Which topical anesthetic has the lowest concentration at 0.5% and 1%, and is found in Sucrets lozenges?
• All of the following can lower a patient’s pain threshold except
• Among commonly used local anesthetics, which one is associated with methemoglobinemia risk?
• Which pharmacologic classes are typically used to treat neuropathic pain?
• Which is the only local anesthetic that is available with levonordefrin?
• What are the four stages of pain processing?
• Oraqix is composed of which two anesthetics?
• Which local anesthetic is most commonly noted for methemoglobinemia risk and is considered low-toxic?
• Which type of nerve fiber is most commonly associated with dull, persistent pain?
• What is multimodal analgesia and why is it used?
• Which type of nerve fiber is responsible for sharp pain and temperature sensation?
• What is the first-line reversal agent for opioid overdose?
• Which local anesthetic is the long-acting one?
• Which drug interactions increase the risk of CNS depression when combined with opioids?
• Which local anesthetic with epinephrine has the lowest maximum total dose, approximately 90 mg?
• Diffusion hypoxia is a safety concern associated with nitrous oxide when:
• The frequency of nerve impulses increases as stimulus intensity increases.
• Which signs may indicate airway obstruction during sedation?
• Which amide local anesthetic has an ester component as part of its structure?
• Which topical anesthetic has the fastest onset of roughly 30 seconds?
• What is the typical sequence of events in general anesthesia induction?
• Which factor primarily influences the onset time of a local anesthetic?
• The higher the pKa, the ____________ the onset.
• What is a key PACU discharge criterion?
• When should lipid emulsion therapy be started in LAST management?
• Compared to 1:200,000 epinephrine, which statement about epinephrine concentrations in local anesthetics is true?
• What is the term for an increased tolerance to a drug with repeated injections?
• What is a gabapentinoid and what is its role in pain management?
• Which combo anesthetic has longer duration: Oraqix or Cetacaine?
• Which local anesthetic has the highest lipid solubility and slowest onset?
• Which consideration is recommended for pain management in patients with renal disease?
• Which is the only long acting local anesthetic and what is its concentration?
• In sedation, how do minimal sedation and moderate sedation differ in terms of responsiveness?
• If a patient is suspected of having an amide local anesthetic allergy, what is commonly recommended?
• What is the primary aim of airway management during anesthesia?
• Which combination would constitute a postoperative multimodal analgesia strategy?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of prilocaine with epinephrine?
• Which of the following lists three common NSAIDs and describes their mechanism?
• Which signs may indicate patient anxiousness during a dental visit?
• Local anesthetics inhibit which process to prevent nerve stimulation?
• How does the relative pKa of a local anesthetic affect its onset of action?
• Which receptor type mediates the myocardial effects of epinephrine?
• Compare infiltration anesthesia versus nerve blocks in dentistry.
• Assessing a patient’s level of apprehension should consider vital signs.
• Which is the only topical amide anesthetic for use in the US?
• During postoperative care, which practice best ensures safe airway management?
• Lipid solubility affects which characteristic of anesthetics?
• Lidocaine has anticonvulsant properties. Which of the following statements is true?
• Maintaining a complete health history at each appointment helps identify factors that could complicate dental care.
• What exits the neuron during repolarization?
• Which of the following is an early sign of local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST)?
• Which property is directly influenced by lipid solubility?
• What part of a sensory neuron is responsible for the release of neurotransmitters?
• What is the role of volatile inhaled anesthetics in general anesthesia?
• Which amide local anesthetic is the only one that contains an ester component?
• What is the primary mechanism by which local anesthetics produce numbness?
• Which of the following is a brand name for articaine?
• What is the major opioid receptor profile and a key effect of agonism at each?
• What term refers to the neurological response to pain?
• Anions are unionized bases.
• Which of the following has the longest half-life?
• Which tissue surrounds the axons within a nerve?
• Define postoperative multimodal analgesia strategy.
• Dyclonine HCl is present in which brand's throat lozenges?
• How is postoperative pain intensity commonly assessed using the NRS?
• Which of the following is an absolute contraindication to local anesthesia with vasoconstrictors?