A classification system called the ____ system, based on the amount of soft-tissue injury, is used for prognosis of fracture healing, risk of infection, and probability of amputation.

A. Colles
B. Volkmann's classification
C. Gustilo-Anderson
D. Bigelow classification


Answer: C

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Right moral conduct is based on what type of traditional teachings found in Judeo-Christian, Buddhist, and Islamic traditions?

a. Ethical b. Philosophical c. Religious d. Educational

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Mr. Smith goes to the emergency room at Northpark Hospital complaining of chest pain. He states that he does not have health insurance and does not have the money to immediately pay for treatment. According to EMTALA, the hospital must _______________________.?

A) refuse to treat Mr. Smith if the ER physician is not willing to admit him to the hospital for full treatment B) ?explain all billing practices including collection agency policies before Mr. Smith can be treated C) screen and stabilize Mr. Smith before attempting to transfer him to another facility D) ?contact CMS to verify that Mr. Smith qualifies for public assistance

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If a physician insists that you perform an intervention that you are not properly trained to perform, it would be MOST appropriate to:

A) perform the ordered intervention to the best of your ability. B) ask the physician if he or she can suggest another alternative. C) refuse to perform the intervention and follow your protocols. D) ask the physician to talk you through the procedure over the phone.

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