An organism or agent that is capable of causing disease in a host is a(n) ____________________.

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


pathogen

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A female patient has developed bacterial peritonitis after sustaining blunt trauma to the abdomen. Damage to which organ was most likely responsible for this condition?

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A. apply high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask, perform an in-depth secondary assessment, apply full spinal precautions, and transport. B. insert an oral airway, hyperventilate him with a bag-mask device, apply full spinal precautions, and transport to the closest trauma center. C. apply high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask, obtain baseline vital signs, apply full spinal precautions, and perform a secondary assessment. D. assist his ventilations, be prepared to suction his mouth if he vomits, apply full spinal precautions, and prepare for immediate transport to a trauma center.

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What are the correct codes for a patient diagnosed with hypertensive chronic kidney disease, stage 2?

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