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roselinechinyere27m

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which of the following is NOT an important action when taking an axillary temperature?
 a. Have the patient fold the arm against the chest.
  b. Leave the thermometer in place according to manufacturer's instructions
  c. Use powder to dry the axilla.
  d. Use a disposable protective sheath.

Question 2

Osseous is a term that refers to _________.
 a. bone
  b. porosity of a structure
  c. degree of hardness
  d. none of the above


huda

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

c

Answer to Question 2

a
RATIONALE: Osseous is a term that relates to bone.


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