The temperature of irrigation solution should be between 110° F and 115° F so that the patient's tissues will not be burned
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F
Warm irrigation solution is used to rinse the surgical wound and should not exceed 110° F, which is the average temperature used for bathing.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
All of the following statements are true of appointment schedulers EXCEPT:
A) he or she must be familiar with the requirements of different types of appointments. B) he or she must be a skilled manager. C) he or she must understand the provider's scheduling wishes. D) he or she must be able to work under pressure. E) he or she may be the first contact the patient has with the healthcare facility.
General safety guidelines to follow when caring for a patient with a behavioral emergency include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A. maintaining a safe distance from the patient. B. being honest and assuring and avoid judging. C. having a predefined definitive plan of action. D. spending as little time as possible at the scene.
Who were the most prominent health care providers in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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