MRD of the local anesthetic agent should be decreased for patients with medically compromised situations,the elderly patient,and children.The lowest effective dose should be administered to any of these patients.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Both statements are true. Patients who are medically compromised, elderly or children are more sensitive to the effects of local anesthesia and may experience adverse reactions if given a full dose. Therefore, the MRD (maximum recommended dose) of the local anesthetic agent should be decreased for these patients, and the lowest effective dose should be administered.

MRD of the Local Anesthetic Agent Should Be Decreased for Patients