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General Medicine
Adrenaline is the drug of choice in anaphylactic shock as it acts rapidly to counteract the effects of histamine by causing vasoconstriction and bronchodilation. It is administered intramuscularly to ensure quick absorption and action.
Oral Pathology
The greatest danger to a patient requiring tooth extraction after radiation therapy is osteoradionecrosis.
Orthodontics
Bending the wire between the coil and the tooth, but closer to the coil, allows for effective activation of the retraction mechanism, providing the necessary force for movement.