Question

Bupivacaine HCI (Marcaine) is contraindicated in which of the following?

1) Patients with a known hypersensitivity to bupivacaine
2) Patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to local anesthetics
3) Patients with a history of cardiac conduction disturbances
4) All of the above

Answer 1

Bupivacaine HCl (Marcaine) is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to it, patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to local anesthetics, and patients with a history of cardiac conduction disturbances.

Step-by-step explanation:

Bupivacaine HCl (Marcaine) is contraindicated in all of the above options: 1) Patients with a known hypersensitivity to bupivacaine, 2) Patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to local anesthetics, and 3) Patients with a history of cardiac conduction disturbances. Contraindication means that the use of a medication is not recommended or should be avoided due to potential risks or harmful effects in certain individuals or conditions.