Resident flora aid in the synthesis of vitamins and folic acid while in the large intestine but may cause an infection if relocated to a surgical incision

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T
Resident flora has specific roles while in their natural location, but if they migrate or are transferred to an incision site, they can cause infection.

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________ A written record of the maintenance performed on laboratory equipment must be readily available

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which one or more of the following devices are used in combination with metered dose inhaler (MDI) therapy to reduce the need for hand-breathing coordination and oropharyngeal impaction of aerosolized drugs?

1. Reservoir devices 2. One-way spacers 3. Valved holding chambers 4. Drying chambers a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only

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The physician has ordered D5W 1000 milliliters in 8 hours using a 20 drops per milliliter infusion rate. Infuse at ________ drops per minute

What will be an ideal response?

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Knowing the age ranges of your current patients can support:

a. A late-night hotline for parents of young children. b. Purchase of an x-ray machine. c. An increase in sports medicine services. d. An allergy clinic.

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