The need to perform a detailed physical exam on a patient is based on:
A. whether or not a focused exam was performed.
B. your transport distance to the closest hospital.
C. the nature of illness or mechanism of injury.
D. the patient's response to initial management.
Answer: C. the nature of illness or mechanism of injury.
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A) Having the patient drink a glass of milk B) Administration of ipecac C) Transport D) Administration of activated charcoal
Add or subtract the decimals. 17 + 0.002 =
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. Greater than 32°F b. Minus 0°F c. Minus 150°F d. Minus 110°F
Documentation in the medical record can affect the reimbursement that a health care institution receives.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)