What is the difference between a dressing and a bandage?

What will be an ideal response?


A dressing is usually sterile and goes directly on the wound, and a bandage holds the dressing in place.

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________ codes are the most frequently used codes in most medical offices

a. Evaluation and Management b. Surgery c. Radiology d. Medicine

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To whom should a patient at severe nutritional risk be referred to before surgery?

A) Registered nurse B) Registered dietitian C) Another surgeon D) Dentist

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The ALARA concept emphasizes using the ___________ amount of radiation exposure possible

strongest highest weakest lowest

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Epidural narcotic analgesia provides prolonged postoperative pain relief

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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