Which of the following drugs is used in the dental management of anxious children?

a. naloxone (Narcan)
b. chloral hydrate (Noctec)
c. morphine
d. pentazocine (Talwin)


b. Chloral hydrate (Noctec) is a sedative/hypnotic with little to no analgesic properties. It is a useful and safe drug when administered both orally or rectally for anxious children before a dental/medical procedure or for sedation before and after surgery.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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What will be an ideal response?

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The penalty for an OSHA violation when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and when the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard, is____. 

A. a possibility of a $3,300 fine B. a mandatory fine of up to $7,000 C. immediate dismissal of the employee who caused the violation D. a fine of $33,000.00 E. up to 6 months' imprisonment

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36/17 = __________ Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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