All of the following are criteria for discharge from an ambulatory surgery unit except
1. Ability to swallow and cough.
2. Being alert and oriented.
3. No bleeding.
4. No pain.
5. Stable vital signs.
ANS: 4
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a. 153,000 units b. 127,500 units c. 191,250 units d. 255,000 units
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