The nurse explains that metastasis from the original site to a new site can occur in a variety of ways. Which mechanisms do malignant cells use to metastasize? (Select all that apply.)
a. Traveling through tissues.
b. "Transplantation" via surgical instruments during surgery.
c. Entering a body cavity and attaching to an organ.
d. Traveling through the lymphatic system.
e. "Relocation" from contaminated gloves during surgery.
B, C, D, E
Traveling through blood rather than tissues is a common mechanism for metastasis.
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As national standards for interoperability are developed, the future of HIEs seems to be in the hands of which of the following?
1. Nationwide health information network 2. The Department of Homeland Security 3. HIPAA 4. HIMMS
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1. every 12 hours 2. every 8 hours 3. every 10 minutes 4. every 4 hours
Which of the following lengths would be most appropriate for an intradermal injection?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 1 inch