If a phlebotomist is assigned to draw an early morning specimen and notices that the patient's breakfast tray is empty, what should the phlebotomist do?
a. document the situation and leave the room
b. proceed without hesitation
c. remove the tray from the room
d. double check the fasting requirements for the test ordered
D
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A) Place the patient flat, but lying on his right or left side. B) Allow the patient to assume a position of comfort. C) Place the patient supine, with towel rolls between his shoulders. D) Have the patient sit in the back of the ambulance.
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a. Epoxy resins b. Methyl methacrylate c. Polyurethane d. Polyacrylonitrile
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A) PR B) DBP C) BR D) RR
One treatment option for scoliosis is ________.
A. reduce meat and fish in diet B. regular exercise C. radiation therapy D. braces E. chemotherapy