Why is it important to get patient information about latex sensitivity?

A) Laboratory tests can be affected by the ingestion of latex particles.
B) Allergies to latex cause skin irritations.
C) Patients usually have preferences for special tourniquets.
D) This information is only important for the phlebotomist, not the patient.


Answer: B

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A) Fluid accumulation in the alveoli B) Accumulation of mucus in the bronchi C) Narrowing of the larger airways D) Edema to the bronchioles

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

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A. abbreviate all diseases, disorders, and medications B. after updating an entire medical record, date and initial it C. collect all dictated doctor's notes over a period of time before updating the record D. enter only what a doctor has dictated

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The type of law passed by a legislative body that can be amended, repealed, or expanded by that legislative body is called:

A) case law B) criminal law C) common law D) statutory law

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