Dental A false-negative response to the pulp tester may occur A primarily in anterior teeth. B in a patient heavily premedicated with analgesics, narcotics, alcohol, or tranquilizers. C most often in teenagers. D in the presence of periodontal disease. 💡 Explanation A false-negative response to the pulp tester may occur ✓ Correct Answer: B. in a patient heavily premedicated with analgesics, narcotics, alcohol, or tranquilizers.