Which of the following is not a special consideration when administering anesthetic drugs to obese children?
A) Excess adipose tissue in the oral cavity impedes visibility
B) Excess adipose tissue in the oral cavity makes it difficult to identify intraoral anatomical landmarks
C) Obesity alters the distribution and elimination of anesthetic drugs
D) Obesity may require administration of greater volumes of anesthetic for effectiveness

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Obesity does not necessarily require the administration of greater volumes of anesthetic for effectiveness. The distribution and metabolism of anesthetic drugs are affected by obesity, but the dosing is often based on ideal body weight or adjusted body weight rather than total body weight to avoid overdose, as adipose tissue has a different perfusion rate compared to lean tissue.

Which of the Following Is Not a Special Consideration When