When coding some forms of bacterial meningitis, coders must identify whether the bacteria are "gram-negative" or "gram-positive." Which of the following is true of gram-positive bacteria?
A) have a positive glow under ultraviolet light
B) retain the dye color of violet when tested by the differential staining test
C) change the dye color from violet to colorless during the differential staining test
D) are positive for E. coli
B
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a. Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) b. Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) c. Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) d. Apnea of prematurity
The CST and CSFA credentials are registered trademarks of which organization?
a. ARC/STSA b. AST c. CAAHEP d. NBSTSA
Concave or cupped instruments should be placed with the cupped side up so they catch and retain the excess water or solution at the end of the sterilization cycle
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.