The cleansing of peripheral intermittent intravenous catheters is referred to as ______________.

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


flushing,flush Flush or flushing keeps the established venous line accessible and clear for subsequent drug administration.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis are coded as often as the patient continues to receive care for the conditions(s).

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A patient is placed on a 70:30 heliox mixture at a flow of 8 L/min. The actual flow rate going to the patient is ____ L/min

a. 11.2 c. 14.4 b. 12.8 d. 16.2

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Advantages for temporary dental hygiene positions include all of the following except

a. benefits. b. allowing for introduction into many practices. c. allowing for working when needed or desired. d. allowing for short- or long-term positions.

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