You have been summoned for a patient with diabetes who exhibits altered mental status. Which sign would cause you to suspect that the patient has hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)?
A) Blood glucose level of 52 mg/dL
B) Inability to urinate
C) Complaint of thirst and dry mouth
D) Fruity smell on his breath
C) Complaint of thirst and dry mouth
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Which of the following is a clinical responsibility of a medical assistant?
a. Obtaining a patient's vital signs b. Maintaining employee records c. Handling petty cash d. Greeting patients
Purchase order (PO) inventory numbers allow an office to track purchase approvals and help prevent unauthorized purchases.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following systems is used to send medications and supplies to different floors of the hospital?
A) satellite pharmacies B) pneumatic tubes C) telepharmacies D) automated dispensing facilities
The FIRST thing you should do if you think you are beginning to experience symptoms of burnout is:
A) take at least 3 weeks off from work and go on a vacation. B) see a psychologist and try to identify the underlying cause. C) reexamine your beliefs and your ways of responding to stress. D) request to work at a busier station to keep your mind occupied.