In the collection of blood cultures from infants, which of the following is the preferred antiseptic to use prior to blood collection?
a. iodine
b. betadine
c. chlorhexidine gluconate
d. 70% isopropyl alcohol
C
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The best response to patients who call to ask if they can use a medication that was prescribed for a previous condition is ____.
A. "You may use the medication if it has not expired." B. "You should not use the medication because it may not be helpful." C. "You may use the medication until you come in to see the doctor." D. "You may use the medication after I review it with you." E. "You may use the medication, but it will probably cause side effects."
The artificial teeth on a partial or full denture are made of ____________
a. acrylic resin or porcelain b. composite resin or porcelain c. porcelain or PFM d. composite or amalgam
A scheduling method in which patients sign in and are seen on a first-come, first-served basis is known as which of the following?
A. Double booking B. Clustering C. Open hours D. Wave E. Stream