Identify those individuals who may not give informed consent.

What will be an ideal response?


Minors, the mentally incompetent, and persons who do not speak English, unless an interpreter is present.

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Refer to the sample report 5A on page 477in Appendix B to answer this question. The patient presents for definitive management of avascular necrosis. Which of the following will be performed?

What will be an ideal response?

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The condition in which pathogens are absent or controlled is ____. 

A. immunity B. normal flora C. a subclinical case D. endogenous infection E. asepsis

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In 1991, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded a contract to the _____ for the development of a new procedural coding system.

A. AHIMA B. WHO C. 3M Health Information Systems D. American Hospital Association

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Which of the following does not typicallyhave an effect on the ability to achieve profound anesthesia?

A) Anatomical barriers B) Choice of anesthetic C) Volume of anesthetic administered D) Psychological barriers

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