________ fever is characterized by a wide range of temperature fluctuations over a 24-hour period

Which of the following would not be included in the preparation stage of the patient interview?

A) Check the appearance of the room. B) Make sure the temperature is comfortable for both you and the patient. C) Greet the patient. D) Make certain that all instruments and supplies are out of the visual path of the patient.

Your patient presents with a piece of rebar impaled in his chest. You should:

A. do nothing until a higher level of care arrives. B. remove the rebar and apply an occlusive dressing. C. cut the rebar as close to the patient as possible. D. stabilize the object with bulky dressings.