Which of the following is an example of direct transmission of a pathogen?

A. vectors
B. contact with the blood of an infected person
C. contact with fomites
D. contaminated food or drink


B. contact with the blood of an infected person

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The dead-man foot pedal promotes ______________ fluoroscopic images as the operator steps on and off the pedal.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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You have a patient with a suspected spinal injury. There are six rescuers on scene available to help you. The best method for moving this patient to a backboard is the:

A) extremity lift. B) shoulder drag. C) log roll. D) lift-and-slide technique.

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Clinical health professionals that evaluate a patient's nutritional needs are called:

A) dietitians. B) medical assistants. C) occupational therapists. D) registered nurses. E) social workers.

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The main purpose of the American Association of Medical Assistants is to ____. 

A. raise standards to a high professional level B. develop medical assisting at an increasing rate C. establish certification requirements D. provide on-the-job training E. help medical assistants find employment

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