The medical assistant may be responsible for educating and preparing patients for surgery and must verify that patients have all the information needed from an educational and ________ standpoint.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
legal
Determining whether patients have all the information they need before surgery is essential from both an educational and a legal standpoint.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
At a health fair, a patient informs you that she has just been prescribed a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) for her asthma. She is confused about how to take the medication when needed. Which of these statements about the MDI would be most appropriate for you to make?
A) "Take it every 4 hours around the clock, even if you feel fine." B) "Make sure to store the metered-dose inhaler in your refrigerator." C) "You should take the medication only after calling your doctor." D) "It is important to shake the inhaler vigorously before taking the medication."
Which of the following BEST defines "pneumothorax"?
A. A bacterial infection that causes pneumonia, sinusitis, ear infections, peritonitis, and many other pathologies B. Fibrous bands that form between organs and/or tissues within the abdominal cavity, which most commonly after an injury or during postoperative recovery C. An intestinal condition in which part of the small intestine folds in on itself, thereby creating a telescope-like compression as the walls of the small intestine rub together D. An abnormal presence of air or gas within the pleural cavity, which can cause pain, difficult breathing, or lung collapse
When working with a pediatric patient, instead of saying deformity, it is recommended that you say:
A) disfigurement B) opportunity C) appearance D) problem