Which of the following is the process of reducing the number of microorganisms through disinfection?

medical sepsis
medical asepsis
surgical sepsis
surgical asepsis


medical asepsis

Rationale: Medical asepsis is the process of reduction of microorganisms. Use of hydrogen peroxide or alcohol can reduce the number of microorganisms.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Which section of the health history form includes questions about and examination (by the practitioner) of all body functions?  

A.  Chief complaint B.  History of present illness C.  Past medical history D.  Review of systems E.  Social and occupational history

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All of the following instructions should be given to the patient regarding the Holter monitor except:

A) do not touch or move electrodes. B) press the event marker when you experience any related symptoms. C) it is okay to take a bath as long as the unit does not get wet. D) list all activities in the patient diary.

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