To purge medical records means to destroy closed or inactive patient medical files

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False: To purge means to remove closed or inactive patient files from the medical office, usually to be stored offsite.

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The MOST common cause of bradycardia in the newborn is:

a. increased intracranial pressure. c. hypoxia. b. acidosis. d. hypothyroidism.

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If the mechanism of injury causes suspicion for internal bleeding, it is important to begin treating the patient for:

A) shock. B) dehydration. C) hypoglycemia. D) broken bones.

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The primary goals of mechanical ventilatory support in newborns and pediatric patients include all of the following except ____________________

a. improving lung compliance b. eliminating airway resistance c. achieving adequate lung volume d. limiting lung injury

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The right lung has two lobes, and the left lung has three lobes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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