When explaining a surgical procedure to a client,the nurse tells the client that a small amount of which drug is sometimes added to the anesthetic solution to lengthen the duration of action of the anesthetic?

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Epinephrine (Adrenaline) is often added to local anesthetic solutions because it causes vasoconstriction at the site of injection. This slows the absorption of the anesthetic into the bloodstream, prolonging its duration of action and also reducing bleeding in the area.

When Explaining a Surgical Procedure to a Client,the Nurse Tells