The proper procedure is to wipe away the first drop of blood when doing a finger or heel puncture. What is the effect on the test results if the first drop is used?
If the first drop of blood is not wiped away, then the blood will be diluted with tissue fluid and the values will be inaccurate.
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A) Acupressure B) Massage C) Chiropractic D) Naturopathy
________ Patients in their 30s and younger may not be as comfortable with the idea of using a computer to store their most personal medical information
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A common tool in the medical office or clinic that assists the physician in the evaluation of signs and symptoms of pulmonary disease by measuring the air capacity of the lungs is
chest x-ray spirometry nebulizer treatment pulse oximetry
Jeannie Lopez has never been seen in Greensburg Medical Center. The evaluation and management code assigned will be based on the fact that she is a/an ________ patient.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).