List at least three environmental factors that can affect the effectiveness of communication between the patient and health care professionals


Physical barriers such as furniture; light sources that are either too low or too bright; noise levels; lack of privacy; activity in the immediate area; physical comfort of patient

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Which gases are exchanged in the capillaries?

A. Potassium and carbon monoxide B. Oxygen and carbon dioxide C. Nitrogen and helium D. Nitrogen and argon

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Match each lettered word or phrase to the most appropriate numbered word or phrase. The letters may be used more than once.

A. bacterium or virus B. preventing or arresting the growth of microorganisms C. bloodborne pathogens D. a chemical that destroys harmful microorganisms E. toys, books, computer keyboard, etc. that may be contaminated with infectious organisms F. might contain latex G. health care-associated infection H. agency that designed precautions to decrease the risk of transmission of microorganisms I. National Fire Protection Association J. rub vigorously together for at least 15 seconds

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Which of these assessments would help to identify an endocrine problem in a child?

A. Tracking the child's development on a standard growth chart B. Evaluating the child's speech patterns C. Vision testing as early as possible D. Evaluating the child's joint mobility E. Evaluating the child's balance and gait as soon as he or she begins to walk

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Which factor influences the average energy of photons reaching the IR?

a. kVp b. mAs c. focal spot size d. mA

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