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HudsonKB16

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which of the following best describes the first responsibility of the medical assistant when taking the medical history?
 a. Wash hands.
  b. Allow freedom of conversation.
  c. Put the patient at ease.
  d. Follow the exact order of the history form.
  e. Obtain personal information first.

Question 2

The use of nitrous oxide may be indicated when a patient has respiratory disease.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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morrie123456

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

c

Answer to Question 2

False
RATIONALE: The use of nitrous oxide may be contraindicated when a patient has respiratory disease.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM

aliotak

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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