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tiara099

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A patient has an advanced infection in his foot. There appears to be an accumulation of gas in the tissues which causes a crackling sensation on palpation. This sign is typically seen in:
 
  A) dry gangrene.
  B) cellulitis.
  C) necrotizing fasciitis.
  D) gas gangrene.

Question 2

Which intravenous catheter is referenced for peripheral venous access?
 
  A) Butterfly catheter
  B) Hollow-needle catheter
  C) Over-the-needle catheter
  D) Catheter inserted through the needle


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Cheesycrackers

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


tiara099

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Excellent

jamesnevil303

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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