After taking the temperature on a patient, the dental assistant notes the temperature as being 99.8 degrees F. This may indicate which of the following situations?
hypothermia
blood loss
illness such as a headache or intestinal upset
bacterial infection
bacterial infection
Rationale: bacterial infection – Bacterial infections are accompanied by fever. Viral infections do not usually present with fever.
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A) Emotional B) Mental C) Psychological D) Spiritual E) Physical
_______________ is a simulation program that teaches anatomy and physiology
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which provides verification that the copy of the patient record is an exact duplicate of the original?
A) certification process B) litigation response plan C) notice of preservation D) subpoena duces tecum
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