A paramedic has asked that you apply a dressing over a sucking chest wound. Which option is the best choice to cover this injury?

A) Dry sterile gauze dressing
B) Sterile gauze soaked in sterile water
C) Clean washcloth
D) Petroleum gauze


D) Petroleum gauze

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The hemoglobin and hematocrit on a newborn are 18.9 g/dL and 60%. How would you interpret these data?

a. Lower than expected on a newborn b. Higher than expected on a newborn c. Expected results on a newborn d. Erroneous results that should be rejected

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Found in many vegetables, ________ provides fiber or bulk for the large intestine. 

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

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A space or gap between the teeth is called a ____________

a. fissure b. diastoma c. pit d. bifurcation

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Dr. Simmons' office has been notified that they are being audited due to a complaint that was filed by a Medicare patient regarding their billing practices. The audit will be conducted by the

A. Office of Inspector General. B. Office of Civil Rights. C. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. D. Internal Revenue Service.

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