Following ________ means assuming that all blood and body fluids are infected with bloodborne pathogens. 

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


Universal Precautions
Following Universal Precautions means assuming that all blood and body fluids are infected with bloodborne pathogens.

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The smaller branches of the arterial tree that contain a muscular layer that enables changes in vessel diameter are called _______; these vessels ________

a. resistance vessels; enable the body to control how much blood is directed toward an area based on that area's metabolic needs b. distributive vessels; sense oxygen levels and increase heart rate when the brainstem detects dropping O2 levels or rising CO2 levels c. arterioles; exchange O2 and CO2 and rid the body of waste products d. metabolic vessels; trigger the release of glucose into the circulatory system

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A procedure used to decrease the potential for GVHD in an allogeneic transplant is:

a. Freeze thaw to kill lymphocytes b. Activation of CD4 cells and suppression of CD8 cells. c. Purge of CD8 lymphocytes d. Apheresis

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Computers are used in pharmacies for all of the following, EXCEPT

A) downloading of information from the Internet for patients B) online insurance verification C) ordering of medications from mail-order pharmacies D) prescription dispensing and record maintenance

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When assessing an anxious 55-year-old male with chest pain, you should:

A. avoid unpleasant answers to his questions. B. use medical terms to ensure he understands. C. ask him how he prefers to be addressed

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