A traditional surgical procedure that includes incision and wide access to the targeted tissue is a(n) ________ procedure

A. open
B. minimally invasive


ANS: A

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A nurse caring for older adults in a nursing home has a paternalistic view about telling patients the truth about their conditions. Which of the following best describes the practice of paternalism?

A. thinking that “I know what is best for the patient" B. being a strong patient advocate C. acting like a parent to the patient D. forcing patients to do things against their will E. providing patients with a number of options

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Which of the following is an example of an automated counting and filling device?

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