Which of the following is NOT an appropriate treatment for the symptoms of mucositis due to cancer therapy?
A) Ice chips
B) Topical pain relief solution
C) Spicy food
D) Systemic pain relievers
C
Explanation: C) Spicy food could actually exacerbate mucositis.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The best way to deal with a telephone solicitation is to ____.
A. just hang up on the telephone representative B. ask for the name and telephone number of the firm and call back C. talk with several telephone representatives and compare details of the sale D. copy down details of the order when it is being placed E. tell the representative he or she will have to visit the office in person
Inpatients are admitted to hospitals in a process called
A. discharge. B. acceptance. C. admittance. D. registration.
Which of the following is characteristic of a topical anesthetic?
A. It is used when the pain is severe. B. It is injected under the skin. C. It is applied directly to the skin. D. It takes only 30 seconds for the area to become sufficiently anesthetized. E. It provides general anesthesia.