The discovery rule states that the statute of limitations starts on the:

A) day the injury was discovered or should have been discovered.
B) date of treatment.
C) day the malpractice suit is filed.
D) day a lawyer is made aware of the injury.


A

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You arrive on scene to find a 57-year-old man who is not breathing. Another EMR is present and has begun CPR. You should:

A. get in position to begin chest compressions while the first rescuer is delivering breaths. B. take over CPR while the first rescuer takes a break. C. alternate with the first rescuer to deliver breaths and chest compressions. D. clear the area of bystanders to make room for the ambulance.

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A) returned to the lab. B) filed in the patient's chart. C) mailed to the insurance company. D) none of the above.

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Which of the following is permissible in ultrasonic cleaning? 

A. Placing all of the instruments together in the bath B. Placing all instruments with hinges in the closed position C. Removing the instruments from the ultrasonic cleaner and wrap without rinsing D. Reusing the ultrasonic cleaning solution for several baths E. Using anti-grease dishwashing detergent in the cleaning bath

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