Question 108 (part 2) · LDEK · Complications and errors

Choose adequate procedure in case of pushing through the sodium hypochlorite to periapical tissues during endodontic treatment in patients with mild clinical reaction:

1) cold compress in first 24 hours;
2) administering NSAIDs (such as paracetamol) in order to alleviate pain;
3) administering antihistamine drugs in order to decrease oedema;
4) administering systemic antibiotics;
5) administering systemic corticosteroids.
Correct answer is:
  1. A. 3,4,5.
  2. B. 1,2,4.
  3. C. 1,2,3.
  4. D. 1,4.
  5. E. only 1.
Hint

A mild hypochlorite accident is managed symptomatically; systemic drugs with stronger indications are kept for infection or severe reactions.

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