State three indications for removing intravenous catheters


Intravenous catheters should be removed if any swelling, pain at catheter site, thrombosis, or
fever of unknown origin is noted.

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It is acceptable for medical assistants to question the decision of the physician in front of the patient

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The EMT is appropriately sizing the nasal airway when she measures the:

A) distance from the mouth to the angle of the jaw. B) diameter of the larger nostril. C) distance from the nose to earlobe. D) diameter of the patient's little finger.

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The middle portion of the small intestine is the _____

a. duodenum b. jejunum c. ileum d. cecum

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Which BC/BS plan is available only through group coverage, which is usually an employer?

A. Blue Cross Traditional B. Blue Preferred PPO C. Blue Choice POS D. Blue Card Program

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