List three guidelines for mechanical modalities
(1) Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use of all equipment. (2) Perform frequent circulation checks of extremities when applying traction. (3) Stop the treatment if the procedure increases the patient's pain.
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What category of risk best reflects the phrase "patient admitted for overnight observation, IV antibiotics with rehydration"?
a. Not part of the medical decision making b. Presenting problem c. Diagnostic procedure ordered d. Management option selected
Name two therapeutic applications for postural education
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following test combinations indicates the HIGHEST risk for coronary heart disease?
a. Increased total cholesterol, increased HDL cholesterol b. Increased total cholesterol, decreased HDL cholesterol c. Decreased total cholesterol, decreased HDL cholesterol c. Decreased total cholesterol, increased HDL cholesterol
Which of the following sequences is the best method for performing a fingerstick?
A) squeeze the finger, decontaminate, puncture the skin B) decontaminate, squeeze the finger, puncture the skin, collect the first drop C) decontaminate, puncture the skin, wipe the first drop, collect the sample D) apply tourniquet, puncture the skin, wipe the first drop, collect the sample