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Beheh

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on: Jul 16, 2018
When caring for a patient who is receiving radiation therapy, you should
 A) wear a mask and gloves at all times.
  B) stay at least 3 feet away from the patient unless providing direct care.
  C) remain behind the safe line at all times to prevent radiation exposure.
  D) work behind a mobile lead shield when providing direct care.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about infection control and taking a patient's blood pressure is correct?
 A) Use the same alcohol wipe on both the earpieces and bell of a stethoscope.
  B) Leave a disposable cuff in a patient's room and use it for the duration of his or her stay.
  C) Wipe the blood pressure cuff with a disinfectant once each day.
  D) Use a disposable paper cuff for multiple patients and discard once it shows signs of wear.


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LP

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


Beheh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

dreamfighter72

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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