At times a newborn may not have stools for the first 24 hours. This can be caused by an abnormal distention meconium obstruction. Define the term meconium


Meconium is a tar-like material that collects in the intestines of the fetus and is usually the first stools of the newborn.

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a. a contaminated needle c. a pathogen b. a person's skin cells d. a mosquito

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The thing speaks for itself applies to the law of negligence and is the doctrine of

A) res ipsa loquitur. B) respondeat superior. C) preponderance of evidence. D) compensatory damages.

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How do you close the nomenclature pane when it is opened on a form?

What will be an ideal response?

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Well-written, neatly prepared ________ is one of the most important means of communicating a professional image for the medical office. 

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

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