An open wound to the neck should be covered with an occlusive dressing to prevent what from

occurring?

A. Tension pneumothorax
B. Air embolism
C. Blood occlusion
D. Hemostatic reaction


B

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a. Rapid and deep breathing b. Rapid and shallow breathing c. Slow and deep breathing d. Slow and shallow breathing

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Which publication would be the best resource if you wanted to look up the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of chemotherapy?

a. National Formulary(NF) b. Physician's Desk Reference(PDR) c. American Hospital Formulary Service(AHFS) Index d. Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics

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The chorda tympani

A) is a blood vessel that first surfaces in the external auditory meatus and passes into the middle ear space at the inferior margin of the tympanic membrane. B) is a branch of the VII facial nerve. C) can sometimes be seen through the superior tympanic membrane during otoscopy. D) a & b E) b & c

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How does risk management differ from quality management?

A) Quality management lessens effects of unavoidable risks. B) Quality management processes are outcome oriented. C) Risk management's primary focus is on improving clinical care. D) Risk management identifies areas of operational and financial loss.

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