A ________ is an unlighted instrument with movable parts that, when inserted into a cavity, can be spread apart for ease of visualization, allowing a tissue sample to be removed.

A. scope
B. speculum
C. probe
D. trocar


Answer: B

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A) The number of red blood cells in both squares, and the number of reticulocytes in both squares B) The number of red blood cells in both squares, and the number of reticulocytes in the small square C) The number of red blood cells in the small square, and the number of reticulocytes in both squares D) The number of red blood cells in the small square, and the number of reticulocytes in the small square

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Generally, the panoramic technique requires more operator time and more patient cooperation with the procedure than a full mouth series of radiographs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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One of the main duties of the pharmacy technician in home infusion pharmacy is

A) the processing of equipment and supply orders B) the administration of medications C) the prescribing of medications D) the consulting of patients

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Which of the following scenarios is an example of exposure via indirect contact?

A. HIV is transmitted to from one person to another through sexual contact. B. A patient coughs up droplets of blood into the AEMT's eyes and mouth. C. An AEMT is stuck with a needle that she used to start an IV on a patient. D. An injured patient bleeds into an uncovered cut on the AEMT's forearm.

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