Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) and Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) are caused by a(n) ________.

A. prion
B. virus
C. protozoan
D. fungus
E. bacterium


Answer: A

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The term "three-way match" refers to patient identification by means of:

A. stated name must match the requisition and the bed label. B. three forms of computerized identification. C. stated name must match the requisition and the armband. D. three forms of paper identification.

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Match the modifier with the correct description.

1. ___ 3P 2. ___ F4 3. ___ 73 4. ___ P5 5. ___ 53 A. Physical status (anesthesia) modifier B. HCPCS national modifier C. Category II modifier D. CPT modifier approved for hospital outpatient use only E. CPT modifier not approved for hospital outpatient use

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External factors that may increase the risk of accidents do NOT include:

A. medications that affect mental status, balance, and coordination. B. the unsafe use of assistive devices. C. a cluttered environment, neglecting the needs of residents. D. proper hydration.

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