You have been called to transport a patient from one medical facility to another. The patient is infected with vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), but does not have any open wounds and is medically stable. Given this information, which action is most appropriate?
A) Place a surgical mask on the patient
B) Place a surgical mask on the patient and yourself
C) Use an N-95 respirator or HEPA mask
D) Use the appropriate personal protective equipment and handwashing
D) Use the appropriate personal protective equipment and handwashing
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An unintended response to a drug is called a(n) ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
During the primary assessment, your patient groans and tries to turn away when you apply a sternal rub. Otherwise, there is no other response. The patient's mental status can best be described as:
A) alert. B) responds to painful stimulus. C) responds to verbal stimulus. D) unresponsive.
Each of the following statements regarding quality assurance of the automatic processor is correct except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Solution levels must be replenished and changed on a regular basis. B) Maintenance procedures and tests need to be performed annually under normal conditions. C) A failed test should prompt the operator to check the solutions, the water supply, and the film dryer. D) The water supply must be turned on and the dryer operating correctly to produce a clear, dry film.
The ________ on the file folder has a main purpose of identifying what is in the file (i.e., patient's name)
a. paper b. tag c. mark d. label