The nurse warns the patient that, in order to retard the growth of microorganisms, the operating room temperature must be maintained in which range?

a. 60 to 65° F
b. 66 to 70° F
c. 71 to 74° F
d. 75 to 77° F


B
The operating suite is kept at a temperature of 66 to 70° F to discourage microbial growth.

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a. 1-2 weeks b. 2-4 weeks c. 6-12 weeks d. 6-12 months

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The union representative for the nurses at your hospital calls a meeting to discuss the possibility of a strike. Several issues are discussed

Which statement made by one of the nurses would indicate that further clarification regarding a strike is needed? a. "The decision to strike is made only if all union members agree.". b. "The decision to strike occurs if the majority of union members agree.". c. "If a no strike clause is in the union contract, we will not be able to strike.". d. "An advance strike notice must be provided.".

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All bacteria need oxygen to live

True False

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A third of the body’s fluid is contained in the extracellular interstitial fluid spaces that include what

a. Urine b. Intraocular fluids c. Lymph d. Blood plasma e. Sweat

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