Describe the correct procedure to follow when bone is not contacted in an IA nerve block

What will be an ideal response?


When failure to contact bone at the anticipated target occurs, withdraw the needle at least halfway and reposition the syringe over the molars. Re-advance the needle until bone is contacted.

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A. actually a symptom, not a disease. B. a normal part of the aging process. C. not caused by cerumen impaction of the ear canal. D. never the result of nerve damage.

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A. necrosis B. atrophy C. hypertrophy D. arthritis

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