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Any pilot who has had a local anaesthetic for extensive dental procedures should not act as a flight crew member during the next

  1. A12 hrs.
  2. B24 hrs.Correct answer
  3. C36 hrs.
  4. D48 hrs.

Why this is the answer

Per TC AIM-AIR (Anaesthetics), after a local anaesthetic for extensive dental work (e.g. several wisdom teeth), common sense suggests waiting at least 24 hours before flying. Minor local anaesthesia carries less risk, but extensive procedures warrant the 24-hour wait.

Reference

TC AIM-AIR – Anesthetics

Question reproduced verbatim from Transport Canada’s PSTAR Study and Reference Guide (TP 11919E). The answer key is Transport Canada’s; the explanation is ours.

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