If your patient develops an abrupt onset of fever, chills, backache, headache, nausea, and vomiting within 1/2 to 1 hour after an IV was started, the cause may be:

a. local infection. c. pyrogenic reaction.
b. thrombophlebitis. d. air embolism.


c

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When conducting a blood collection in an older person's home, the phlebotomist should:

A. place the patient in a comfortable standing position. B. ask the patient to dispose of used supplies properly. C. positively identify the patient. D. document if the patient is asleep during the procedure.

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What is the difference between the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

What will be an ideal response?

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____ prevents computer hackers from accessing your computer. 

A. Firewall B. Anti-virus software C. Disk clean-up D. The delete function of your computer

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Which additional PPE is frequently worn by sterile team members during total joint procedures to prevent possible SSI?

a. impervious apron under gown b. additional sterile sleeves c. space suit or body exhaust suits d. high-efficiency particulate air masks

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