Author Question: Which of the following is the most appropriate next step when a medical assistant attempts a ... (Read 71 times)

BRWH · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which of the following is the most appropriate next step when a medical assistant attempts a venipuncture on an adult patient and cannot obtain a sample, and a second medical assistant is also unsuccessful?
a. Explain the problem to the patient and try the other arm.
b. Get another medical assistant to attempt a draw.
c. Inform the physician of unsuccessful attempts.
d. Schedule the patient to come back the next day.

Question 2

Each new dental unit has a water reservoir that supplies water for the dental handpieces and the air-water syringe. This water reservoir is maintained daily.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

randomguy133 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

True
RATIONALE: Maintenance of the water reservoir is very important in the prevention and spread of disease.