An extra short needle is not used for GP nerve blocks due to the penetration location at a more posterior position in the palate
A) True
B) False
B
Explanation: B) A 27 or 30 gauge short or x-short needle is commonly used.
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A) limit direct contact with the patient. B) not worry, since the defibrillator does not pose a danger to others. C) wear protective gloves that cannot conduct electricity. D) make sure you do not touch the patient directly.
Dangerous organisms that grow inside of living cells and reproduce are known as:
A) toxins. B) viruses. C) biologicals. D) bacteria.
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A. includes all of the conditions the patient is treated for B. describes the primary condition for which the patient is receiving treatment C. is the chief complaint of the patient D. must comply with WHO terminology guidelines to be accepted by third-party payers E. can be coded directly from the Alphabetic Index
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a. 0JN80ZZ b. 0HB7XZZ c. 0HR7X74 d. 0W0F07Z