Endodontics · single question
Sodium hypochlorite is accidentally expressed beyond the root apex during irrigation. What is the IMMEDIATE management?
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Correct answer: D. Stop irrigation, remove rubber dam, provide drainage, prescribe analgesics and antibiotics, monitor
NaOCl accident management: stop irrigation, remove rubber dam, open tooth for drainage, analgesics, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, ice, close monitoring, possible specialist referral.
- A. ❌ Ice packs alone are insufficient.
- B. ❌ CaOH placement alone is insufficient emergency management.
- C. ❌ Immediate extraction is not indicated.
- D. ✅ CORRECT – Emergency management: stop irrigation, drainage, analgesics, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, monitoring.