What is derived from the following equation? X = [PB -PH20] FIO2 - PaCO2 (1.25)

a. PACO2 c. PAO2
b. PN2 d. PaO2


c. PAO2

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The term used to reference a patient who had been seen by a physician in the provider's group four years ago is:

a. first-visit patient. b. repeat patient. c. established patient. d. new patient.

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After the needle is inserted for a venipuncture and the blood begins to squirt out in pulses, this might indicate that:

a. the patient has petechiae. b. an artery has been penetrated by the needle. c. a vein has been penetrated by the needle. d. the patient has a low red blood cell count.

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To prevent needlesticks, ________ needles and syringes should be used.

A. safety B. unsheathed C. recapped D. disinfected used

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If a mortally injured patient's wishes regarding organ donation are not known:

A) Consent should be obtained from a family member. B) it should be assumed that the patient would consent. C) a physician can legally authorize donation of organs. D) a court order is required to initiate the procurement process.

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