Concerning lidocaine with epinephrine for initial wound management, which statement is most accurate?
A) It should not be used because the epinephrine can cause tissue necrosis at the wound edges.
B) It should not be used because it is much more expensive, and no more effective, than plain lidocaine.
C) It should be used in preference to plain lidocaine because the epinephrine restricts hemorrhage.
D) It should be used in preference to plain lidocaine because the epinephrine prolongs the anesthetic effect.
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