Nonradiopaque sponges are used during the skin prep, rather than the counted sponges from the instrument table

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T
Nonradiopaque sponges are used during the skin prep. These are not counted sponges from the instrument table and should be discarded in a trash container separate from the sponge bucket.

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What is the main concern with alkali metals?

a. These metals react explosively with acids and bases. b. These metals are very heavy. c. These metals react explosively with water and ignite upon exposure to the air. d. These metals are not a real hazard.

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The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) was first published by the American Medical Association (AMA) in 1966

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to relieve inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain–all of which are commonly caused by:

A) migraines B) arthritis C) ankylosis D) fever

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