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What is a local anesthetictic?
A local anesthetic is a mild anesthetic used to numb a specific area of the body (such as a Novocaine shot). Novocaine is the most commonly used local anesthetic, though there are topical local anesthetics that can be rubbed on the skin (i.e. Oragel)
Who administers the local anesthetic to an eye surgery patient?
An anesthesiologist may be on hand during surgery to administer the local anesthetic.
Which anesthetic blocks the sensation of pain by numbing the skin layers?
Marcaine
When can you drive after local anesthetic?
You should not drive up to twelve hours after you've received a local anesthetic. This is because the anesthetic can make you drowsy, tired, and not fully aware of your surroundings.
Which is a both a local anesthetic as well as a stimulant?
Cocaine
What is the main ingredient in local anesthetic?
cloud dustings
What is the difference between local and general anesthetic?
Local anesthetic is safe if the dosage is not excessive. When the area to aspirate is extensive, the high doses of local anesthetic required are toxic and may cause serious complications. In these cases, a general anesthetic (by inhalation) guarantees the best results, reducing risks to a minimum. In any case now the client can return home after the surgery.
Why is a local anesthetic needed during a cardiac catheterization?
Prior to inserting a catheter into an artery or vein in the arm or leg, the incision site will be made numb by injecting a local anesthetic.
Is lidocaine patch narcotic?
No, Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. It also is classified as an Antiarrhythmic drug and an Amide Local Anesthetic. It basically causes loss of feeling in a specific area of the body.
Why mix epinephrine with a local anesthetic?
It prevents the anesthetic from being systematically absorbed. The local anesthetic will cause vasodilation, and this can push some of the drug into systemtic circulation. Epinephrine causes vasoconstricton and keeps the anesthetic drug in the area where it was administered.
A nerve block delivered by local anesthetic?
Last the longest
What is meant by local anesthesia?
Local refers to the part of the body affected; for example, dentists use a "local" anesthetic" to prevent pain in the teeth and jaw. A "general" anesthetic will put you to sleep so that you don't feel anything.
