A small, disposable instrument with a sharp point used to puncture the skin and make a shallow incision is called a(n) ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


lancet

A lancet is a small, disposable instrument with a sharp point that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a small amount of blood for testing.

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Medical assistants must practice the art of listening to patients and relaying information effectively

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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________ percent of people have used at least one prescription drug

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A study found that those who take 105-365 acetaminophen pills per year had a ____% increased risk of kidney failure

A) 40 B) 50 C) 10 D) 100

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A Medicare patient receives services valued at $1,120 according to a provider's usual fee, but the MPFS allowed charge is only $1,035. Assuming the deductible has been met, how much is the amount of the practice's adjustment?

A. $207 B. $85 C. $0 D. $1,035

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