The potential for bruising, nerve, and ________ damage, and even serious injury, exists for any mechanical device used on living tissue

A. retractor C. vein
B. vessel D. gland


ANS: B

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You are accidentally stuck with a needle used to administer a medication to a patient with a known history of hepatitis B. You have already completed your hepatitis B vaccine series. In this case, which of the following statements is true?

A) You have complete protection from hepatitis B and no further action is needed. B) You have two weeks from the time of exposure to start medical care for a potential infection. C) You will have to get another series of three vaccines to give you protection in the future. D) You need to report the needle stick to your supervisor as soon as possible.

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Which area of the brain has pressure placed on it during a subarachnoid hemorrhage?

A. Cerebrum B. Cerebellum C. Pons D. Medulla

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Which of the following is (are) precipitating factor(s) that can decrease the patient's ability to generate a negative intrapleural pressure?

1. Supine position 2. Large tidal volume on the mechanical ventilator 3. Malnutrition 4. Obesity a. 4 b. 1, 3, 4 c. 1, 2, 3 d. 1, 2, 3, 4

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"Tell me about a typical day with your baby" is an example of an indirect statement. _________________________

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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