16 Questions
What is a possible complication of local anesthesia related to needle breakage?
The needle getting stuck in the patient's mouth and requiring surgical removal
What is the recommended practice to prevent needle breakage during local anesthesia?
Being careful about the characteristics of the needle and not using it for long periods of time
Which type of block is most commonly associated with instances of needle breakage?
ID block
Why is it preferred not to bend the needle used for local anesthesia?
To prevent instances of needle breakage
What gauge of needles is associated with a slightly higher degree of breakage in local anesthesia procedures?
30-gauge short needles
Why is it important not to use the same needle for a long time during local anesthesia procedures?
To prevent the needle from becoming blunt, painful, and prone to breakage
What is the main cause of needle breakage according to the text?
Re-directing the needle once it is inserted into tissues
How can needle breakage be prevented according to the text?
Using long needles for injections requiring penetration of significant depths of soft tissues
What is the clinical response associated with paresthesia as per the text?
Hyperesthesia or dysesthesia
What can cause facial nerve paralysis according to the text?
Introduction of LA into the capsule of parotid gland
What is NOT a recommended management strategy for visible needle fragments according to the text?
Trying to remove the fragment on your own
Which type of anesthesia is one of the most frequent causes of dental malpractice litigation?
Local anesthesia
What is the main problem associated with facial nerve paralysis mentioned in the text?
Inability to close eye on affected side
How long do most cases of paresthesia take to resolve without treatment according to the text?
$6-8$ weeks
What is NOT a cause of persistent anesthesia or paresthesia according to the text?
Injection of LA into dental pulp
What should be done if non-visible fragment of needle is present according to the text?
Referring to a competent surgeon
This quiz covers local anesthesia complications and contraindications, including topics like needle breakage and systemic complications. Written by Sarah Almohtasib, corrected by Eman Shahin, and supervised by Doctor Ahmed Hamdan.
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