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colton

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on: Jun 25, 2018
When is the use of intravenous medication usually indicated?
 a. When medications need to be effective quickly
  b. When the action will be long acting
  c. When the patient cannot take tablets or pills
  d. When no other form of the drug is available
  e. When the action desired is specific to the respiratory tract

Question 2

The normal range of body temperatures for young children and infants will vary more than adults.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Jane

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

True
RATIONALE: Body temperature can vary based upon emotional excitement, eating warm foods, or increases in ambient temperatures.


colton

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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