Which of the following anesthetics has the longest duration of action after an infiltration?

a. lidocaine
b. mepivicaine
c. articaine
d. benzocaine


c. Articaine 4% with epinephrine 1:100,000 or 1:200,000 has the longest duration of action (soft tissue) of 190 minutes. Lidocaine's duration is 170 minutes, and mepivicaine 2% is 130 minutes. Benzocaine is administered topically.

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A) epiphysis. B) yellow bone marrow. C) osteoclasts. D) periosteum.

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Good Samaritan laws provide immunity (exemption from being sued) from lawsuits.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The spermatic cord in the male follows the inguinal canal and contains the following structures, EXCEPT:

A. spermatic fascia C. lymph vessels B. lymph nodes D. cremaster muscle

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Older records of former patients

A) need to be kept in the physician's office indefinitely. B) can be stored in a clean, dry storage space. C) can be destroyed after 5 years. D) need to be kept in the physician's office for at least 7 years.

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