. A topical anesthetic is being applied in the dental office. The client is asked to wait in the waiting area for a short time until the medication takes full effect. What instructions should the nurse give the client?
a. Do not take any food or liquids while you wait.
b. The longer you wait, the less it will hurt.
c. No special instructions are required.
d. If you keep your mouth closed, the medication will absorb faster.
a. Do not take any food or liquids while you wait.
FEEDBACK:
a. Do not take any food or liquids while you wait, because it will affect the absorption of the drug on the mucous membrane.
b. Incorrect. .
c. Incorrect. .
d. Incorrect. .
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