In addition to using appropriate engineered safety devices, NIOSH recommends that health-care workers ____. 

A. recap needles before transporting them to the sharps container
B. throw sharps into the wastebasket
C. attend bloodborne pathogen training every three years
D. avoid using needles with hinged shields
E. use needles only if no safe alternatives are available


E. use needles only if no safe alternatives are available
Healthcare workers should use needles only if no safe alternatives are available.

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A) phenothiazines. B) monoamine oxidase inhibitors. C) selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. D) tricyclic antidepressants.

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One of the best ways to minimize patient anxiety during a physical exam is to:

A) avoid exposing any of the patient's body parts. B) use a calm, professional approach. C) limit your exam to procedures that do not cause the patient anxiety. D) warm your hands and instruments before use.

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Asking "why me," lashing out at relatives, and criticizing health care professionals are manifestations of _______ a. denial. b. anger

c. bargaining. d. depression. e. acceptance.

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Red blood cells carry ________ molecules.

A. plasma B. fibrinogen C. heparin D. hemoglobin

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