IV medications are mixed and dissolved in a solution and given by IV ________, or slow drip, into a vein. 

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


infusion
Intravenous solutions are given by infusion into the patient's vein.

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A) Many of the principles used in pharmacy thousands of years ago are still practiced today. B) Most of the principles of ancient pharmacy have been discarded over the centuries. C) Many of the principles of modern pharmacy were known and used by prehistoric humans. D) As each era of pharmacy dawns, the principles and practices of the previous era are laid to rest.

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The condition where there are an abnormal number of white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting infections, is known as:

A) Neutropenia. B) Crohn's disease. C) Graves' disease. D) Rheumatoid arthritis.

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A vigorous dosage of heat is expected to elevate tissue temperature to

A) 107-113°F B) 113-116°F C) 92-100°F D) 102-106°F

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Which of the following statements shows that the speaker understands how to properly store an oxygen tank after use?

a. "I'm going to leave the regulator set to 15 LPM so it will be ready when we need it." b. "I'll stand the oxygen tank beside the stretcher so everyone will know where it is." c. "I'll tighten the valve stem as much as I can so it won't come loose." d. "I'll place the oxygen tank in its protective case until we need to use it again."

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