Research the term seroconversion. Explain in layman's terms the statement, "Anti-HBs titers are used to determine seroconversion."
What will be an ideal response?
Seroconversion means there is a change in antibody status from negative to positive (ie, absent to present).
Antibodies detected in the patient's blood that are directed against a protein found on the surface of the hepatitis B virus indicate the patient is recovering or recovered from an infection with hepatitis B virus.
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Antimicrobial agents tend to destroy microbes, prevent their multiplication or growth, or prevent their:
A. becoming resistant B. pathogenic action C. developing into molds D. synthesis in laboratories
Which answer below does NOT apply to confidentiality?
the patient can talk to their insurance company about treatment the patient has a right to privacy the dental office does not disclose personal information about the patient the patient must give written permission to have information released to others
You have reviewed your personal health record and you have identified information contained within which you believe is not correct. However, this is a legal document, and therefore it cannot be changes.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
To perform the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver, the patient should be placed in a ________ position
A) prone B) supine C) side reclined D) lateral