List four pre-examination precautions that must be observed to produce quality results when performing a CBC
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Proper identification of the patient; correct collection tube; proper storage, preservation and transport of the specimen; correct timing in making a blood smear.
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A) Paraplegia B) Quadriplegia C) Hemiplegia D) Tetraplegia
A microscope is used to:
A) identify microorganisms. B) examine blood smears. C) complete blood cell counts. D) all of the above.
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A. vital B. incidental C. periodic D. general
Which suture is MOST inert in tissue?
a. chromic gut b. plain gut c. stainless steel d. surgical silk