Question 16 of 35

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The optimal temperature for the local anesthetic solution prior to injection is room temperature. Solutions do not need to be heated, nor do they need to be cooled prior to injection. Hot or cold solutions can cause patient discomfort and can create adverse effects on the contents of the anesthetic cartridge.

Some clinicians may chose to slightly warm the metal syringe prior to using it on a patient as it may help the patient psychologically. This can be accomplished by merely holding the metal syringe in one's palm for 30 seconds.