A person diagnosed with prehypertension is ________ as likely to progress to hypertension as those with lower blood pressure

a. three times
b. twice
c. not
d. just


b

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A patient is complaining of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Which of the following will provide you with the most immediately useful information?

A) Checking for discoloration of the tongue B) Asking about any unusual taste in the mouth C) Asking about the presence of coffee-grounds emesis D) Finding out about any unusual stress in the patient's life

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Any objects that can penetrate the skin and have the potential for causing injury and infection are referred to as _____________________

A. implants B. sharps

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Each of the following statements regarding extraoral film is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

a. It is individually packaged in the same manner as intraoral films. b. It should not be handled with latex or vinyl treatment gloves. c. It is more sensitive than intraoral film. d. It is used in conjunction with a pair of intensifying screens.

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Compute the flow rate in drops per minute. Ordered: 1000 mL 0.45% NS with heparin 25,000 U to infuse at 1000 units / hrFlow rate: __________ mL / hr

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

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