The purpose of wrapping an item before sterilization is to protect it from _____________ after the sterilization process

Based on the following ABG results, what is the most likely acid-base diagnosis? pH = 7.62, PCO2 = 32 mm Hg, HCO3– = 29 mEq/L

a. Acute (uncompensated) metabolic alkalo-sis b. Combined metabolic and respiratory alka-losis c. Partially compensated metabolic alkalosis d. Partially compensated respiratory acidosis

Which of the following applies to an electronic funds transfer system (EFTS)? 

A. The medical assistant must sign up for EFTS with the bank. B. The money is available to the employee the day after the deposit. C. The need for an employee check stub is eliminated. D. The employee does not have to worry about carrying around a large paycheck.