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A mother requests medication to reverse the effects of local anesthesia after her child bit his cheek following the last dental appointment. Which of the following is NOT suitable?

  1. Phentolamine (Oraverse)
  2. Naloxone
  3. Massage
  4. Heat
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Correct answer: B. Naloxone

Phentolamine (Oraverse) is specifically used to reverse the effects of local anesthesia in soft tissues. Massage and heat can improve blood flow and help reduce anesthesia duration. However, Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdose and has no effect on local anesthesia.

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