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BCEN CEN Practice Question

A 23-year-old patient arrives in the emergency department with severe pain in the lower right jaw, reporting that the pain has increased over the past three days. Upon examination, you observe swelling and redness along the jawline, and the patient exhibits pain during mouth opening. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management for this patient?

  • Perform incision and drainage of the abscess, administer antibiotics, and refer for urgent dental evaluation.

  • Prescribe antibiotic therapy and schedule a follow-up with dental services within the week.

  • Apply a cold pack to the swelling and reassess after 30 minutes.

  • Administer oral analgesics and observe for any changes in the swelling.

BCEN CEN
Maxillofacial and Ocular Emergencies
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