For periodontal debridement, the INR should be < _____
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
3.5: Nonsurgical or surgical dental procedures can be performed without discontinuation of warfarin if the patient's anticoagulant level (INR) is within the currently recommended therapeutic range and does not exceed 3 to 3.5 and the prothrombin ratio (PTR) does not exceed 2.2.
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A) Assess the patient's level of consciousness and pupils. B) Evaluate and provide an adequate airway and maintain SMR. C) Be aware of indications that the patient is unable to provide her own care. D) Gather all of the patient's medications and bring with you.
The most common drug administration route is:
a. Injection b. Topical c. Intramuscular d. Oral
Studying for two hours at a time is the most efficient method of learning material.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Your patient is a 22 year old male who was involved in a car crash while backing out of his driveway. You find him sitting in the vehicle in the driver's seat. On assessment, his only complaint is some tenderness in the neck. What is the MOST appropriate way to care for him?
A. Assist him in getting out of the car and sitting on the stretcher. B. Use a long backboard to remove him from the vehicle. C. Apply the KED while he is seated in the car. D. Ask him to sit on the long backboard on your stretcher and strap him in.