If you suspect that a patient has been abused, it is MOST important that you:

A) request law enforcement personnel if necessary.
B) discreetly ask the patient if he or she was abused.
C) contact medical control to make him or her aware.
D) ask a family member about the possibility of abuse.


Answer: A) request law enforcement personnel if necessary.

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a. Laterally, on side being identified b. Anteriorly, identifying side positioned closer to IR c. Place marker anywhere within exposure field d. Laterally, identifying side situated closer to the IR

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Some businesses will accept only customer payments made by credit cards or debit cards despite having to pay service fees for each transaction. Which of the following is the best reason for not accepting cash payments?

A. Cash can transmit diseases. B. Handling cash costs money. C. Checking for counterfeit bills is time-consuming. D. Employees frequently steal cash.

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