In taking the patient's medical health history, it is important to update this information both verbally and in writing

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True
RATIONALE: Verbal discussions may encourage the patient to disclose updates that he or she may not think are important at the time of the visit.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of activated charcoal?

A) It absorbs toxins in the stomach. B) It neutralizes both acidic and alkaline substances in the stomach. C) It adsorbs toxins in the stomach. D) It prevents substances from ionizing in the small intestine.

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Requiring hard hats falls within the public health domain

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Where was the first U.S. cancer registry established?

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