Adverse effects of local anesthetics include all the following except:

A. light-headedness
B. dizziness
C. slurred speech
D. temporary loss of hearing


d
Rationale: Patients should be instructed to watch for symptoms such as lightheadedness, dizziness, disorientation, or slurred speech, which are all adverse effects of local anesthetics. Loss of hearing is not one of these adverse effects.

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