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mwit1967

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Severe itching due to an acute hypersensitivity to medications or environmental stimuli is known as __________.
 
  a. seborrheic dermatitis
  b. contact dermatitis
  c. psoriasis
  d. urticaria

Question 2

Before inserting the needle, the medical assistant should do all of the following EXCEPT ________.
 
  a. make sure the patient understands the procedure
  b. have the patient sit upright for two minutes
  c. ask the patient about allergies and other possible complications
  d. clean the puncture site with an alcohol wipe


Missbam101

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

d

Answer to Question 2

b


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