The health care worker must use standard precautions any time that contact with certain substances or sources is anticipated. List these substances or sources.

What will be an ideal response?


Substances or sources include blood, body fluids (except sweat), secretions, excretions, mucous membranes, and non-intact skin.

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A. ethnic preferences. B. general diets. C. ritualistic meals. D. personal preferences.

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A 30-year-old male is admitted to the emergency room after a severe motor vehicle accident. Assessment reveals he had a full stomach with significant reflux. His effective static compliance is measured at 20 mL/cm H2O

Which of the following types of airways would be appropriate to provide ventilatory support for this patient? a. Nasopharyngeal airway c. Endotracheal tube b. Laryngeal mask airway d. Endobronchial tube

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What was the purpose for establishing the professional organization ARLNA in 1928?

A. To write laws for compliance and security B. To assist with documentation C. To teach individuals how to code correctly D. To elevate the status of individuals who processed medical records

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When air passes through the __________, sound or speech is produced

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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