The practice of limiting the movement and social contact of a patient who is potentially infectious or who must be protected from exposure to infectious agents is ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


isolation

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Ronia is prescribed penicillin to treat an infection. She last took penicillin 2 years earlier for the first time and suffered no allergic reaction; however, with this round of penicillin treatment, she is experiencing hives, rash, and wheezing. What happened?

a. An initial “sensitizing dose” of penicillin led to the production of IgM antibodies, causing future allergic reactions. b. An initial “predisposing dose” of penicillin led to the production of IgM antibodies, causing future allergic reactions. c. An initial “sensitizing dose” of penicillin led to the production of IgE antibodies, causing future allergic reactions. d. An initial “predisposing dose” of penicillin led to the production of IgE antibodies, causing future allergic reactions.

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Which of the following is NOT a true statement of nurses' education?

a. Nurses are licensed by the state in which they practice. b. Nursing students complete a minimum of a 4-year course of study at a state-approved school of nursing. c. Training is oriented to bedside care. d. CAAHEP is not responsible for nurse education and accreditation.

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At which point should the fire department hand over control of a fire scene to the property owner?

a. after witnesses and suspects have made statements b. upon the request of the property owner c. after the structure has been secured d. after the investigator is finished collecting evidence

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In the circulatory system, ____________________ circulation covers blood flow to all parts of the body except the lungs

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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