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

1. An implant is a device for anchoring a false tooth or dentures.
2. A diverticulum is a small growth attached to a mucous membrane by a stem.
3. The third molar is the wisdom tooth.
4. In GERD, acid splashes from the stomach into the trachea.
5. Herpes labialis causes fever blisters.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

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The nurse is demonstrating to the client how to instill ophthalmic drops. She reviews proper hand-washing and handling of the medication. What other instruction does the nurse need to explain regarding the procedure?

a. Instill the drops into the lower conjunctival sac. b. Instill the drops into the eye with your head tilted back. c. Instill the drops into the eye sitting straight up. d. Instill the drops onto the upper lid and then close the eye.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A) PND B) C&S C) ABR D) URI

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