Medical Emergencies · single question
A patient reports being bitten by a spider. Most appropriate dental office action?
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Correct answer: B. Refer to a physician
Spider bites (especially venomous) can cause systemic effects requiring medical management — refer to a physician.
- A. ❌ Topical antiseptic alone is inadequate for potentially venomous bite.
- B. ✅ CORRECT – Refer to physician for proper evaluation and management.
- C. ❌ Simple observation may miss systemic envenomation.
- D. ❌ Empiric antibiotics for a spider bite without physician evaluation is inappropriate from a dental office.
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