An arterial puncture is more likely to result in a hematoma than a venipuncture is because of:
a. higher pressure in the arteries
b. the lack of coagulation factors
c. the lack of elastic tissue in the arterial wall
d. the anticoagulant in the arterial syringe
a
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
When assigning codes from the ICD-10-CM Table of Drugs and Chemicals, codes from categories T36–T65 are sequenced first, followed by code(s) that specify the nature of the adverse effect, poisoning, or toxic effect. The exception to this rule is that __________ code(s) are sequenced after the condition treated
a. adverse effect b. poisoning c. toxic effect d. underdosing
In ________ echocardiography, an ultrasound transducer is moved around the patient's chest or abdomen to produce heart images.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
To maintain neutral alignment of the airway structures in an 18-month-old child, you should:
A: place padding under the shoulders. B: insert an oropharyngeal airway. C: slightly flex the child's head forward. D: put a small pillow under the occiput.