A 4-year-old male is seen by the pediatrician because his ear hurts. The physician notes a bulging and red eardrum. She will
A) collect a throat swab.
B) treat based on the most likely bacterial pathogens.
C) collect a swab of the ear canal.
D) collect a specimen via tympanocentesis.
B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) Postpartum depression is common, but it is not linked to suicide. B) The patient requires medical treatment. C) Suicide is not likely as long as the husband remains supportive. D) She should be advised not to have additional children.
An open-circuit SCBA air cylinder control valve should be _____ when in use
A. opened fully B. partially open C. opened slowly D. monitored closely
Show-tell-do is a method of communication reserved for the child patient
Indicate whether the statement is true or false