Give an example of when the vacuum in an evacuated tube will be lost.

What will be an ideal response?


The vacuum in a tube will be lost if the cap is removed prior to the draw, the tube is dropped, the tube has been pushed too far into the needle holder prior to insertion of the needle, or the needle is pulled slightly out of the vein during the draw.

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The water that flows in streams comes from the ocean and is returned again in a constant cycle called the __________________ cycle.

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

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Double gloving should be done as a routine in orthopedic cases due to exposure to various sharp instruments and potentially jagged bones

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How many clocks should be in each OR?

a. At least three b. One c. Two d. None

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Accounting procedures, precautions, and forms established to prevent and minimize errors and fraud are called

A. internal controls. B. external controls. C. audits. D. bookkeeping.

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