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QuizMultiple Choice

Drug Class Terms — Unit test

Question 25 • Medical Terminology - EL3620 A

Which class of drugs is used to numb part or all of the body during surgical procedures?

Answer
A
diuretics
B
analgesics
C
anesthetics
D
NSAIDs

Explanation

Anesthetics temporarily block sensation, allowing part or all of the body to be numb during surgery. Therefore, the correct choice is anesthetics. Analgesics and NSAIDs help relieve pain, while diuretics increase urine production.

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