The first and MOST important step in the treatment of a suspected CVA would be to _________________ _______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Which element identified by a bullet is documented in the words "inguinal hernia incision site is well healed with no redness, pain, or other s/s of infection or dehiscence"?
a. Skin—unshaded—inspection and/or palpation of skin and subcutaneous tissue b. Gastrointestinal—shaded—examination of abdomen with notation of presence of tenderness or masses c. Respiratory—shaded—assessment of respiratory effort d. Eyes—unshaded—inspection of conjunctivae and lids
A small metal rod was shot from a metal lathe and is impaled in a man's inner thigh. Assessment indicates that there is no active bleeding from the site, but the surrounding tissues are ecchymotic. The paramedic asks you to stabilize the rod with bulky dressings. You recognize this action as important because it will:
A) prevent motion of the rod and further internal injury. B) control any internal hemorrhage that may be occurring. C) prevent bacteria from entering into the body. D) apply pressure to the broken blood vessels in the skin.
The ________ section of the CPT is the largest, divided into 14 subsections by body system.
A. Surgery B. Radiology C. Pathology and Laboratory D. Medicine
Medical assistants must follow OSHA guidelines and Universal precautions when obtain blood specimens
Indicate whether the statement is true or false