____ are errors in medical care that are clearly identifiable, preventable, and serious in their
consequences for patients

A. Misadventures
B. Adverse preventable events
C. Never events or Sentinel events
D. Potential compensable events


C

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Medication errors must be documented in the medical record with:

A. the initials of the physician in charge B. a pen containing indelible ink C. the signature of the individual who made the error D. the initials of the medical office administrator

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Oral cancer warning signs include:

1 . sores in the oral cavity that do not heal in 1 month 2 . lumps or swelling in the oral cavity or lips 3 . white or rough lesions in the oral cavity or on the lips 4 . soreness or a burning sensation in or around the oral cavity 5 . repeated bleeding in specific areas of the mouth for no apparent reason a. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 b. 1, 2 only c. 5 only d. 1 only

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Which of the following blood proteins does not aid in clotting?

A) hemoglobin B) fibrinogen C) prothrombin D) none of the above

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The most common indication for intrahospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients is to acquire diagnostic procedures at a location other than the intensive care setting.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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