What additive does the red-topped Vacutainer tube contain?
a. Silica
b. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)
c. Sodium citrate
d. None
d
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Which of the following is most responsible for the strength and pliancy of the red cell membrane?
a. Glycophorin A b. Spectrin c. Cholesterol d. Ankyrin
Codes may be assigned for inpatient care if they are based on other physician documentation in the patient record as long as there is no conflicting documentation from the __________
a. attending physician b. intern or resident c. primary care nurse d. utilization manager
After receiving an epinephrine-containing anesthetic, the patient complains that his heart rate has increased and he feels anxious. The best course of action is to _________
tell the patient this is normal and it will pass. call 911. place the patient in the subsupine position and monitor breathing. administer oxygen.
The most common complication after cardiac surgery is stroke
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.