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This episode explains how local anesthetics work to prevent pain by blocking sodium channels in the nerve membrane.

Which action best explains how local anesthetics prevent pain? A. They reduce inflammation around the nerve B. They block sodium channels in the nerve membrane C. They increase blood flow to the injection site D. They stimulate the brain to ignore pain signals -> Find the answer in the podcast. #1 dental hygiene boards review: 🇺🇸 StudentRDH.com 🇨🇦 StudentRDH.ca

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Host: Claire Jeong

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