A small, disposable instrument with a sharp point used to puncture the skin and make a shallow incision is called a(n) ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


lancet
A lancet is a small, disposable instrument with a sharp point that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a small amount of blood for testing.

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A. When you take the medication from the storage container B. When you prepare the medication C. Before you close the storage container D. Just before you administer the medication to the patient E. Immediately after administering the medication to the patient

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Patients with a suspected spinal cord injury should not be allowed to:

A) move. B) talk. C) cough. D) blink.

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How many inches does the diaphragm move between a good inspiration and expiration?

A. 1 B. 3 C. 6 D. 8

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