Which of the following would be a key point in explaining to a patient why the practitioner is using cryoanesthesia for the removal of the patient's superficial lesions?
A. There is no need for an injection.
B. The application is painless and requires spraying ethyl chloride for only 30 to 60 seconds.
C. Cryoanesthesia has a short duration of action, so it will wear off in a short period of time.
D. All of the above are true.
Answer: D
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