Exam questionKROK 2Dentistry ยท 2014
Prior to the preparation of a tooth for a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown, a dentist anaesthetized a patient with a history of bronchial asthma with 2% solution of novocaine. A few minutes later, the patient complained of shortness of breath (more difficult expiration), there appeared acrocyanosis, swollen neck veins, Ps-100 bpm, rhythmic, AP- 180/110 mm Hg. Percussion revealed box sound over lungs. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Answer options
- Coronary artery disease
- Bronchiectasis
- Pulmonary artery thrombosis
- Attack of bronchial asthma
- Collapse
Correct answer
Attack of bronchial asthma
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