The condition in which pathogens are absent or controlled is ____. 

A. immunity
B. normal flora
C. a subclinical case
D. endogenous infection
E. asepsis


E. asepsis
Asepsis is the condition in which pathogens are absent or controlled, such as by thorough handwashing or sterilization.

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What is a normal range for serum sodium?

a. 3.5 to 4.8 mEq/L b. 67.0 to 75.0 mEq/L c. 98.0 to 105.0 mEq/L d. 136.0 to 145.0 mEq/L

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Which of the following is typically not included as part of a good discharge plan?

a. Evaluating both the patient and the dis-charge site b. Providing caregiver travel to and from the discharge site c. Confirming or securing financial resources d. Providing patient and caregiver education and training

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Employer-provided health insurance benefits arose in the mid-20th century as a result of:

a. A Supreme Court ruling that health insurance could be included in the collective bargaining process. b. Legislation which legalized this process c. An executive order requiring employers to provide health insurance to employees d. None of the above

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