Ophthalmic Assistant

Category - Pharmacology

The aim of a local anesthetic is to
  1. render the patient unconscious.
  2. paralyze the patient.
  3. eliminate sensation in a specific part of the body.
  4. all of the above.
Explanation
Answer: C - eliminate sensation in a specific part of the body.

The aim of local anesthetic is to eliminate sensation in a specific part of the body. Local anesthesia used in ocular procedures typically comes in injections, topical forms, or in the form of eye drops.
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