The first drop of blood is not collected, because it contains tissue fluid, which dilutes the sample and can activate clotting.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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The EMT knows that the majority of all deaths in children who are 1 to 14 years of age could be prevented by:
A) better parental supervision. B) wearing helmets while riding bikes. C) safer driving of vehicles. D) prevention of child abuse.
Which of the following is MOST likely to contribute to rapid structural failure in a wood-frame dwelling?
A) Gypsum board interior walls B) Concrete basement floor C) Plywood subfloor covered with carpet D) Finished floor over a basement space
The most common fraudulent act is:
a. billing for the wrong patient. b. billing for services not provided. c. billing for supplies not used. d. billing for wrong diagnosis.
Which of the following physicians are considered generalists who treat all types and ages of patients?
A. allergists B. family practitioners C. oncologists D. gerontologists