What is occult blood?
A) Bright red visible blood
B) Dark black visible blood
C) Blood that contains mucus
D) Blood that cannot be seen
Ans: D
Occult blood in the stool is blood that is hidden in the specimen or cannot be seen on gross examination. It can be detected with simple screening tests, such as a Hematest.
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The nurse is aware that the MOST effective method of treating leukemia is:
a. blood transfusion c. radiation therapy b. chemotherapy d. surgery
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