What is a fiber optic camera?

What will be an ideal response?


A fiber optic camera is analogous to the endoscope used in surgery. It is used to view an area that is normally difficult to see. The dentist aims a fiber optic wand at the area of the mouth to be examined. The image can be viewed on a monitor by the patient and the dentist. The image can help the dentist see and diagnose problems at a very early stage.

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David has been having increasingly frequent migraine headaches. The practitioner will do further tests to determine if there is an underlying physical cause. While the tests are being done, what might the practitioner suggest to try to reduce the frequency or severity of the migraines?

A. Restrict consumption of aged cheeses, red wine, and beer B. Increase intake of pastas, breads, fruits, and vegetables C. Reduce the amount of high-fiber food eaten each day D. Restrict fatty foods and use low-fat or no-fat cooking methods E. Reduce salt intake to a maximum of 2 to 3 grams per day

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According to OSHA, Category III tasks 

A. do not require any precautions other than hand hygiene. B. involve tasks such as assisting with minor surgical procedures. C. do not involve risk of exposure. D. involve tasks such as giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. E. expose a worker to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

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Hepatitis B is a communicable disease that can be transmitted by the following organism:

bacteria virus flagella spore

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What is the correct code for a patient with a contusion of the right hand, initial encounter?

A. S60.222D B. S60.222A C. S60.221A D. S60.221D

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