Dr. Blume has ordered lab work to be done immediately on Mary Smith; what is the correct term?
A. ASAP
B. NOW
C. INSTANTLY
D. STAT
Answer: D
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A) What additional resources are required B) Probably number of patients C) Mechanism of injury D) Nature of the situation
When using direct patient statements, you should:
A) identify the quote with quotation marks. B) have your partner or another witness initial the statement. C) subjectively interpret and record them. D) have the patient initial his agreement with them, if his condition permits.
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