When caring for any patient with a decreased level of consciousness, your primary concern should be the:
A) possibility of a spinal injury.
B) patient's blood glucose level.
C) possibility of a drug overdose.
D) potential for airway compromise.
Answer: D) potential for airway compromise.
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Which type of syringe tip has a threaded end in which the needle can be locked by twisting?
A) Slip tip B) Luer-Lok C) Screw tip D) Locking tip
The type of binder used to hold perineal dressings in place for a male patient is a/an ____
A) double T-binder B) single T-binder C) V-binder D) Velcro binder
The ICD-10-CM Coding Guidelines direct the coder to do which of the following when coding for a weakened or paralyzed patient when there is no indication of the patient's dominant side:
A. If the documentation states the patient's right side is affected, report as dominant. B. If the documentation states the patient's left side is affected, report as dominant. C. If the documentation states the patient's right side is affected, report as nondominant. D. Query the physician to find out the dominant side.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
Educational and training programs are required to provide feedback to students and supervisees at the beginning of supervision.