EFDA EFDA Pharmacology & Pain Management 2

Question 1

Which type of local anesthetic injection is used to anesthetize the pulpal tissue of mandibular posterior teeth?

Accepted Answer

Inferior alveolar nerve block

Answer

The inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) anesthetizes the inferior alveolar nerve, providing pulpal anesthesia to mandibular teeth on the injected side.

Question 2

An EFDA notices a patient's heart rate has significantly increased after a local anesthetic injection. This is most likely due to:

Accepted Answer

Intravascular injection of epinephrine

Answer

Accidental intravascular injection of epinephrine can cause a sudden increase in heart rate (tachycardia) and blood pressure.

Question 3

Which medication class is commonly prescribed to reduce anxiety before dental procedures?

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepines

Answer

Benzodiazepines such as triazolam or diazepam are used for oral conscious sedation to reduce preoperative dental anxiety.

Question 4

What is the drug of first choice for treating an anaphylactic reaction in a dental office?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine (1:1,000)

Answer

Epinephrine 1:1,000 administered intramuscularly is the first-line emergency treatment for anaphylaxis due to its rapid bronchodilation and vasopressor effects.

Question 5

Which antibiotic is the drug of choice for prophylaxis before dental procedures in patients at risk for infective endocarditis?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin

Answer

Amoxicillin 2 g orally one hour before the procedure is the current AHA-recommended prophylaxis for at-risk cardiac patients.

(EFDA) Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Practice Test

(EFDA) Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Practice Test

EFDA EFDA Pharmacology & Pain Management 2