An unknown crystal exhibits positive birefringence. It is rhomboid in appearance. What is its most likely identification?
a. Monosodium urate
b. Starch particles
c. Cholesterol crystals
d. Calcium pyrophosphate
Correct Answer: D
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Which of the following is a condition of the colon characterized by abnormal muscular contraction and excessive mucus in the stool?
a. Myosis b. Mucosal colitis c. Inflammatory bowel syndrome d. Irritable bowel syndrome
Which of the following is not an advantage of point-of-care data entry?
A) The patient is present to clarify or expand any answers. B) It takes less time for the caregiver to finish completing each patient chart at the end of the day. C) A patient's chart is always up-to-date. D) Health information is immediately available to other caregivers.
A rigid external dressing, usually made of plaster or fiberglass and molded to the contours of the body part to which it is applied is a (n) ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is a work practice control?
ventilation hoods eye-wash stations sharps disposal containers hand washing following glove removal