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4N 5-Level CDC Set B > Volume I - PT Care Skills (URE) > Flashcards

Volume I - PT Care Skills (URE) Flashcards

1
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The very low-density lipoproteins transport

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triglycerides that are synthesized in the liver from carbohydrates to adipose cells

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As a general rule, apply a cervical collar if there is any blow above the

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clavicles

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When administering potassium intravenously, you should

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mix the potassium thoroughly before administration

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Which acronym is used by EMT in the field to describe a possible fracture?

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Painful, swollen, deformity (PSD)

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5
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Any artificial products or features which appear on an EKG tracing are called

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artifacts

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During pulmonary function testing, the minimum number of practice attempts and acceptable tracings an examinee must perform are

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2; 3

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When using a mask in an isolation unit, put the mask on

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before entering and take it off before leaving

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Which ailment is not treated by vitamin K?

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Heparin overdose

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If the patient is not alert and their breathing is slower than eight breaths/ min, provide

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ventilations with a BVM and high-flow oxygen

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10
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A rapid trauma assessment is performed on a patient with

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a significant MOI, and focuses on the area of the body where the greatest threats to the patient are

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Nursing actions that facilitate self-actualization is pertinent during which aspect of the nursing care?

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Rehabilitation

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12
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Which item may not be placed in a hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizer?

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Count sheets

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While gathering a history of illness, when you ask a medical patient if the pain is constant or intermittent, what are you trying to determine?

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Time

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14
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The primary central gland of the lymphatic system is the

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thymus gland

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15
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Vitamin C can often be found in all of the following foods except

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cheese

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16
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Which of the following is most likely to be part of a worksite wellness program?

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Blood pressure screenings

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Deficiency in respirations such as slow or irregular shallow respirations can lead to an excessive accumulation of carbon dioxide in the blood which results in a condition called

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Respiratory acidosis

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While working in the ER, a patient comes in and states they splashed chemicals in their eye, what should you determine first?

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If the patient is wearing contact lenses and which type

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Which infectious agent includes two structural categories known as yeasts and molds?

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Fungi

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20
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How much vacuum must suction units provide when the tube is clamped?

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300 mmHg

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When you ask a medical patient what may have triggered their pain, you are questioning about

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provocation

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The action of assessing the scene of an accident to provide valuable information to the EMT is called

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scene size-up

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What steps should you take if you identify a small object while straining urine?

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Place it in a sterile urine cup and notify the nurse

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What is the best way for a medical technician to ensure the sterility of an IV solution?

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Remove protective devices yourself

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25
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Which is an accurate definition of leukocytes?

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Protect against disease at the cellular level

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What cells do lymph nodes contain large amounts of to fight invading microorganisms?

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Lymphocytes and Macrophages

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27
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What are your responsibilities as an EMT at the scene of a HAZMAT incident?

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Caring for the injured and monitor and rehabilitating the HAZMAT team members

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What are the standard identifiers associated with the National Patient Safety Guidelines?

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Patient’s full name and date of birth

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29
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Notify the nurse or physician immediately if the patient’s SaO2 falls below

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97%

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30
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When performing an initial assessment on a patient and the patient responds by spontaneously opening their eyes or answers clearly, how would you assess the patient’s mental status?

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Alert

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If you are treating a severely injured patient with a life-threatening problem, it may be appropriate to skip the

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detailed physical exam

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32
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Which stage of infection is the period of time between the invasion of the infectious agent into the body and the onset of symptoms of the particular disease?

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Incubation

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33
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Nathan has broken out with chickenpox for the first time. His body’s response is called a

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primary immune response

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34
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If you are performing an EKG on someone who is rated, a copy of that EKG must be sent to the

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USAF Central Electrocardiographic Library

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35
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What symptoms may occur with blood pH alkalosis?

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Dizzy and agitated

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36
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In the objective information section of the paperwork, it is important to identify the patient’s

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pulse rate

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37
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When there is an apparent vehicle fire, how many feet should the ambulance be parked from the affected vehicle?

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100

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38
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Which of the following best states the purpose of the standard precautions recommended by the CDC?

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Reduce the risk of transmission of micro-organisms found from both recognized and unrecognized sources of infection in hospitals

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39
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Signs of sodium chloride deficiency can be seen

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through excessive amounts of fluid loss

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40
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As a minimum, how frequently should area-specific general operating instructions (OI) be reviewed?

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Every two years

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41
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What percentage of the body’s weight are minerals responsible for?

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4

42
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Which infectious agents are primitive one-celled, plant-like organisms that reproduce rapidly?

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Bacteria

43
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During which stage of healing are immature fiber cells and capillaries formed?

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Inflammation

44
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What are the foundations of safe and effective healthcare?

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Proactive risk identification, assessment, and control

45
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Which acid-base imbalance is caused by hyperventilating?

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Respiratory alkalosis

46
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Which signs and symptoms of nervous system impairment would you look for in an intoxicated person?

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Impaired vision, uncoordinated movement, behavioral changes

47
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At what age is visual acuity at its best?

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15-20

48
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In a piggyback setup, what prevents the mixing of primary and secondary infusions?

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Back-check valve

49
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When transmitting information about a patient over the radio, what information should not be broadcast?

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Name

50
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When educating a patient with pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) on proper shaving methods, you should instruct the patient to avoid all of the following except shaving

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in the opposite direction of hair growth

51
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To reduce the possibility of infection and vessel damage on patients scheduled for long-term therapy, how often should you change a patient’s IV site?

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Every 48-72 hours

52
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Clinical signs of B12 deficiency are first noted by

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pernicious anemia

53
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If an individual walks into an MTF and asks for assistance bringing in a family member, you should ask

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what is wrong with the patient to determine the appropriate transfer device

54
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What is the shelf life for sterilized equipment using the event-related method?

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When package integrity is compromised

55
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Pregnant women who overdose on vitamin B6 may have caused newborns to be born with

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seizures

56
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After you have applied a topical anesthetic to a wound that requires treatment, what should you do next?

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Assess sensory awareness

57
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Which route is injectable iron administered?

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Z-track

58
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What should be done prior to operating a glucose monitor?

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Read operating instructions

59
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A toddler is expected to weigh four times the birth weight at

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24 months

60
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When performing a crash cart check, what should you do after ensuring the defibrillator or cardiac monitor operate?

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Annotate date and time on a rhythm strip

61
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What should you do if the clothes you are wearing at work become contaminated?

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Change into clean clothes, bag the dirty clothes, and launder them in hot soapy water

62
Q

The life span of lymphocytes is

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years

63
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When performing a pulmonary function test on a patient, according to Air Force standards, abnormal functions are present if the predicted force expiratory volume at one second (FEV1) or forced vital capacity (FVC) percentage is less than

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80

64
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One of the most common and serious complications females may develop from gonorrhea is

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Pelvic inflammatory disease

65
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What electrolyte deficit or excess can cause dysrhythmias, leading to cardiac or respiratory arrest?

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Hyperkalemia

66
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In minutes, what is the recommended interval for a reassessment of an unstable patient

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5

67
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When cleaning a two-inch laceration on a healthy active-duty male’s right forearm, you notice some foreign material in the wound. What would be the next step?

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Flush the wound

68
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Which urine test is done to test the hydration level of a patient?

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Specific gravity

69
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What is another term for orthostatic hypotension?

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Postural hypotension

70
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Which substance is used to inhibit the growth and development of microorganisms on living tissue?

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Antiseptic

71
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What organ is primarily responsible for controlling lipid metabolism?

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Liver

72
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In what anatomical location is the pacemaker lead inserted when using a temporary external pulse generator system

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Right atrium

73
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A sign of vitamin A deficiency include

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night blindness

74
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Which is not a commonly used disinfecting agent?

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Hydrochloric Acid

75
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What medical term means the absence of infection?

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Asepsis

76
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Which is a characteristic of late adulthood?

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Muscle Atrophy

77
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What term is used to describe any variance in the normal electrical rate or sequence of cardiac activities discovered on EKG tracings?

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Arrhythmia

78
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Electrolytes that release hydrogen ions in water are called

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acids

79
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For many patients who suffer from severe injury or medical conditions, their first psychological reaction is

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shock and disorientation

80
Q

A proctoscopy is an inspection of the

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rectum

81
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What controllable factor did Florence Nightingale link with health and the environment?

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Pure water

82
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The eye can generally see wavelengths between

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400 and 750 nm

83
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Amino acids are the small molecular building blocks of

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Proteins

84
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Which of the following most accurately describes an organism that causes infection and disease?

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Pathogen

85
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In cubic centimeters, what is the slowest possible flow rate per hour you may set for an IV solution?

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10-50 cc

86
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What is the temperature range of the sterilization cycle in a peracetic acid sterilizer?

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Between 122 and 131 degrees F

87
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When can the minor surgery procedure begin?

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After the consent form is signed

88
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When cutting through thick muscular skin of the back, a provider would most likely use a

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mayo scissors

89
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After obtaining a blood sample, instruct the patient to maintain pressure over the venipuncture site for

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2-3 minutes

90
Q

What condition must be present for a virus to multiply?

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Susceptible Tissue

91
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What organization is responsible for establishing the hospital accreditation evaluation criteria?

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The Joint Commission

92
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Which fluid imbalance is characterized by dry mucous membranes, weak & rapid pulse, orthostatic hypotension, and low central venous pressure?

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Hypovolemia

93
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The basic purpose of infusion therapy is to

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administer fluids into the circulatory system

94
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Calcium can be found in all of the following sources except

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pork

95
Q

Complex Carbohydrates are called

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Polysaccharides

96
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A good source of protein is

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Poultry

97
Q

In the Air Force, you can use lights and sirens on an ambulance call only

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when local protocol authorizes it

98
Q

Which classifications of fracture are considered more serious because greater blood loss or contamination is possible?

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Open

99
Q

Which device is commonly used for patient transfers in wartime and disaster situations?

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Army Field Litter

100
Q

A health care provider notifies Public Health of a suspected communicable disease by

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using the telephone or locally derived form

4N 5-Level CDC Set B (6 decks)

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