When are rectal temperatures contraindicated?

a. Diarrhea
b. Colon condition
c. Abdominal surgery
d. Nausea and vomiting


a

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The private organization that sets standards for health care administration and patient safety and provides accreditation for hospitals receiving federal funding is known as:

A) CMS. B) CLIA. C) TJC. D) AHA.

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A low-flow bubble humidifier is running at 4 L/min and is not whistling. Which action should be taken at this time?

a. No action should be taken because this is normal. b. Increase the flow to make it whistle. c. Replace the spring-loaded valve. d. Change the unit because there is a leak.

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____________________ medications help provide the patient with symptomatic relief from the frightening hallucinations and deranged thoughts caused by schizophrenia.

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

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In a patient with cystitis, a urinalysis will most likely reveal the presence of a bacterial infection.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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