The MOST appropriate way to wash your hands following patient care involves:
A) soaking your hands in warm water and rinsing with clean water.
B) washing vigorously with antibacterial soap for at least 30 seconds.
C) using waterless hand cleaner gels or wipes instead of antibacterial soap.
D) applying isopropyl alcohol and then rinsing your hands with clean water.
Answer: B) washing vigorously with antibacterial soap for at least 30 seconds.
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deformity to the left femur and lower leg. Your immediate action should be to: A) apply a cervical collar. B) place a nonrebreather face mask. C) remove his helmet. D) expose his left lower extremity.
Which of the following defines an intrinsic erythrocyte defect:
a. Erythrocytes that are damaged by chemical, mechanical, or physical agents b. The agglutination of erythrocytes by antigen/antibody interactions c. Inherited abnormalities of an erythrocyte d. Destruction of red cells within the vasculature
In a physician's office, a sign-in sheet is permissible to use as long as
A. the receptionist immediately crosses off the name. B. the sign-in sheet is a peel-off label for each patient. C. the actual time of the appointment is not recorded. D. you do not ask for the reason for the visit. E. the patient signs their name, and doesn't just print it.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The ability of muscles to contract enables the body to move. 2. Muscles have no control over body passages and openings. 3. Muscles function to provide stability and warm the body. 4. Exercise routines are helpful for the elderly to maintain strength and mobility. 5. The speed and strength of muscular contraction declines as we age because of a decrease in the endurance of muscle fibers.