For which client would the nurse anticipate the use of a local anesthetic?

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A local anesthetic would be appropriate for a client with a scalp laceration to numb the area before suturing. Local anesthetics are typically not used for clients scheduled for surgery (such as a laparoscopic cholecystectomy or repeat cesarean section) as they require deeper anesthesia. An umbilical hernia repair may require local anesthesia, but this cannot be determined based on the information given in the question.

For Which Client Would the Nurse Anticipate the Use of a Local