Which of the following is indicated for trichomoniasis, acute intestinal amebiasis, and amebic liver abscess?
A) hydroxychloroquine
B) quinidine
C) metronidazole
D) iodoquinol
C) metronidazole
C) Metronidazole is indicated for trichomoniasis, acute intestinal amebiasis, and amebic liver abscess. It is direct-acting, and usually indicated for preoperative prophylaxis in colorectal surgery, elective hysterectomy or vaginal repair, and emergency appendectomy.
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The principle of law that prohibits the release of medical or other personal information about a patient without the patient's permission is known as:
A) primum non nocere. B) privilege. C) confidentiality. D) privacy.
Which is an appropriate method of initially opening the airway of an unconscious trauma patient?
A) Head-tilt/chin-lift B) Nasal tracheal intubation C) Oral tracheal intubation D) Jaw-thrust maneuver
All of the following are TRUE of the ICD-10-CM, EXCEPT ________.
A. detailed diagnosis codes reduce the need for attachments to claims B. the coding system in the United States becomes more consistent with that used in other countries C. fewer diagnosis codes are included in the ICD-10-CM than were found in ICD-9-CM D. it is expected to save time and money in the long-term
Compute the flow rate in drops per minute. Ordered: 500 mL D5W IV with heparin 40,000 U to infuse at 1,100 units / hrFlow rate: __________ mL / hr
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).