State the significance of the medical record number?
What will be an ideal response?
This is a number, in most cases, that is retained once it is assigned for the patient's lifetime. It serves as a historical reference for the patient's medical treatment data.
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Which one of the following is incorrect in the application of a tourniquet?
A) If possible, the tourniquet should be placed on a joint. B) The tourniquet should be 2 to 4 inches wide. C) A blood pressure cuff can be used as a tourniquet. D) The tourniquet should be placed approximately 2 inches above the bleeding.
A phlebotomist was supposed to perform a skin puncture on a patient but the patient had very cold hands. What should the phlebotomist do next?
A. Warm the hand B. Proceed with the skin puncture C. Asking the patient to clench/unclench his/her fist D. Apply a tourniquet
To diagnose diphtheria, the appropriate specimen for collection is a
A) portion of the membrane. B) portion of the black scab. C) swab of the contaminated medical device. D) pharyngeal swab.
A person's ________ is the same for every cell, tissue, and organ.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).