Standard precautions must be observed at all times when working in a dental operatory area or dental laboratory
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A) Pulmonary edema B) Excessive urination C) Arrhythmias D) Jugular vein distention
A Complete blood count (CBC) is requested on a full-term newborn girl, and the following results are obtained:
RBCs 5.07 x 1012/L Hemoglobin 14.4 Hematocrit 44.5% MCV 88 fL White blood cells (WBCs) 26.8 x 109/L Platelets 295 x 109/L What conclusion can be made regarding these data for this infant? a. All results are normal. b. The white count is elevated. c. Hemoglobin, hematocrit, and MCV are all decreased. d. Red cell count, hemoglobin, and hematocrit are all normal, but MCV is decreased.
Which of the following is an example of a document that may be signed by the medical assistant?
a. Medical reports to insurance companies b. Provider's personal letters c. Provider's correspondence to other providers d. Notification of collection procedures
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A) Advise the patient to use an enema. B) Suggest that the patient see her primary care physician. C) Transport the patient, because she has a potentially serious medical problem. D) Advise the patient to use a laxative.