The day after a dental hygiene procedure, a patient calls to report the right side of his mouth is sore and he is having difficulty opening. Which of the following should be recommended first?
A) Monitor for increased discomfort and call again if pain worsens
B) Open and close the mouth to regain flexibility of the muscles
C) Apply hot, moist towels for 20 minutes every hour
D) Recommend an analgesic for discomfort
C
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Which of the following statements regarding manufacturer's instructions and acceptance testing is LEAST accurate?
A. Nonapproved testing devices may result in voided warranty. B. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed on acceptance tests. C. Use of aerosol sprays in acceptance testing will result in a voided warranty. D. Manufacturer's instructions may include the use of smoke-generating devices.
If a patient is responsive to your voice only, makes incomprehensible sounds and withdraws from pain, the GCS is:
a. 9 b. 7 c. 11 d. 5
A medical office specialist must do all the following EXCEPT:
A) know the Patient Bill of Rights. B) explain the ACO to the patient. C) be familiar with managed care terms. D) promote the provider network.
When a phlebotomist gives aid during an emergency, he or she is usually protected through:
A) rightful action consent B) CLIA C) FDA D) implied consent