In the event that a burn was caused by a chemical, the medical assistant should attempt to:
A) soak sterile gauze in a cool saline solution and apply to burn.
B) apply a hot pack.
C) apply direct pressure to the burn area.
D) cover the patient with blankets for warmth.
A
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a. zone of stasis b. zone of coagulation c. zone of hyperemia d. zone of necrosis
What is the best way to handle a physician who consistently throws off the office schedule by returning late from lunch?
A. Organize the entire office staff to be late for work one day B. Reprimand the physician for being rude and inconsiderate C. At a staff meeting, demand that the physician start being more punctual D. Have the entire staff threaten to quit if the physician does not start being more prompt E. Avoid scheduling patients for the first appointment after lunch when possible
The coordination between the two arms can spontaneously shift (transition) as swimming speed increases.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
You are treating a 5-year-old for extensive burns. You know that burns pose a greater risk to infants and children. The reason for this is:
A) the parents' interference with your assessment and treatment can delay your response. B) their body surface area is greater in relation to their total body size. C) the child will likely be upset and crying and therefore hard to evaluate. D) child abuse is usually the reason for the burns.