Local anesthetics containing _____ are contraindicated in patients taking a TCA
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
levonordefrin: Levonordefrin-containing local anesthetic (carbocaine) is contraindicated in patients taking a tricyclic antidepressant because accidental intravascular (into the arteries) injection can result in acute hypertension and cardiac dysrhythmias.
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A patient may become belligerent, refusing to follow the doctor's treatment plan
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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