A lesbian woman tells her nurse that she has begun to work for a new company. The woman's biggest fear is that her new employer will find out about her sexual orientation. Why is this woman afraid of this discovery?
1. The Employment Non-Discrimination Act was passed into law.
2. It is still legal in many states to fire a lesbian on the basis of sexual orientation.
3. Fortune 500 companies have not enacted antidiscrimination workplace regulations for sexual orientation.
4. No state prohibits discrimination based on gender identity.
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Explanation: 2. Employment discrimination is the most frequent complaint the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) receives from gay and lesbian individuals.
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A) Irrigating the mouth using a syringe filled with a bacteriocidal mouthwash B) Applying a water-soluble gel to the teeth and gums C) Wiping the teeth and gums clean with a gauze pad D) Brushing the patient's teeth with a toothbrush and small amount of toothpaste
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a. Administrating a flu shot to a client in a physician's office b. Conducting a flu shot clinic at a community center c. Performing a client assessment in a hospital d. Providing supervision of staff in a rehabilitation center