The loss of hair due to radiation exposure is referred to as:

epilation
apoptosis
epistaxis
erythema


epilation

Rationale: Epilation is the term for the loss of hair.

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a. Name of the patient b. Name of the insured c. Amount paid d. Gross salary of patient

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An advantage to the use of fentanyl (Sublimaze) when compared to morphine or meperedine is that:

a. It is not a narcotic analgesic b. It has less emetic effect than other narcotic analgesics c. It does not produce the respiratory depression that accompanies morphine and meperedine d. Romazicon is an effective antagonist

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What are some actions the nursing assistant can take in the care of a resident's skin?

What will be an ideal response?

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In the United States, what is the approximate risk for transfusion transmission of hepatitis B?

a. 1:220,000 b. 1:2 million c. 1:3 million d. Unknown

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