You are transferring a patient from a nursing home to the hospital when you notice on the patient's record that he has hepatitis C. You know that hepatitis C:
A) can be prevented by vaccination.
B) causes inflammation of the liver.
C) is easily transmitted via mucous membranes.
D) causes no symptoms in most patients.
B
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Anatomic terms used to describe the back are:
A. ventral or anterior. B. dorsal or posterior. C. distal or proximal. D. medial or lateral.
To practice medicine in most states, a physician must complete all of the following EXCEPT
A) unpaid on-the-job training B) receive an undergraduate degree C) pass a licensing exam D) graduate from medical school
The ultimate goal of any fire and life safety inspection program is to:
A. identify building code violations. B. avoid the majority of uncontrolled fires. C. ensure building owners comply with the permit process. D. establish a process of preplan inspections in jurisdictions.
Details of a surgical procedure are given by ________ teaching, which also includes restrictions on diet and activity needed before and after surgery.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).