What is the classification or function of a "Pyxis" machine?
Preparation of TPNs
Laminar airflow workbench
Automated dispensing machine
Automated compounder
Automated dispensing machine
Rationale: Pyxis® is the name of a line of automated dispensing machines. They allow for many medication management functions as well as intravenous compounding activities.
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A) Try to develop rapport by reviewing the reason you were dispatched on the call. B) Call the medical direction physician and allow the patient to speak to him or her. C) Confront the patient with your inability to help him if he does not tell you what is going on. D) Ask the patient to sign a refusal of treatment and transport form.
The EMT realizes which of the following is true regarding medical tattoos?
A) Cannot legally be honored at this time B) Appears as a red cross in a white or gray circle C) May look similar to other tattooed body art D) Is located on the right wrist of the patient
What is the width of the normal QRS complex?
a. Not wider than 1 mm b. Not wider than 3 mm c. Not wider than 5 mm d. Not wider than 7 mm
Patient is admitted on 10/28/11 at 10:00 a.m. Patient is subsequently discharged at 11:00 p.m. on 10/28/11. Patient insisted on going home. What code is submitted by the physician when a comprehensive history, comprehensive exam, and low decision-making were performed?