Which of the following is the main purpose of an infection control program?
a. To separate infectious patients from other patients
b. To protect patients from outside contamination
c. To prevent the spread of infection
d. To identify the source of communicable infections
ANSWER: c
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Which of the following is NOT part of the body's response in secondary multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS)?
A) Inflammatory mediators enter the system. B) Plasma protein systems are activated. C) Endorphin release contributes to vasodilation. D) Catecholamine release is inhibited.
Scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus are all examples of what type of disease group?
a. Asbestos-associated illnesses b. Connective tissue diseases c. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis d. Pneumoconiosis
General mobilization osteopathic treatment of the abdomen would be reported with code _________________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
When managing a critically-burned patient, it is important to:
A. administer topical analgesia to the burned areas to afford the patient pain relief. B. break the integrity of any formed blisters as these can result in infection. C. rapidly estimate the burn's severity and then cover with dry, sterile dressings. D. perform a detailed physical exam at the scene to look for occult injuries.