After obtaining a blood sample from a hospitalized patient, the phlebotomist must be sure to complete ________ before transporting the specimen to the laboratory.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


hand hygiene

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A) Narcotic overdose B) Syncope C) Hypoglycemia D) Shock

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Diagnosis of an active toxoplasmosis infection is established by?

a. Molecular tests b. Heterophile antibody test c. Biopsy of lymph nodes from various sites d. Rising titer and seroconversion of antibodies to Toxoplasma gondii

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Even if the sender does not wish to express his or her true feelings about the message, these feelings will probably be conveyed by ________

A. aggressive behavior C. body language B. assertiveness D. gossip or rumors

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Which of the following statements regarding the paramedic-physician relationship is correct?

A) The paramedic will be held accountable for his or her own actions. B) The physician is not authorized to restrict the paramedic's practice. C) State EMS legislation is responsible for appointing medical directors. D) The physician is legally accountable for actions taken by an employer.

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