Paracentesis is the term used for which of the following?
A) Removal of ascites fluid from the ventricles of the brain
B) Removal of ascites fluid from the abdominal cavity
C) Removal of ascites fluid from the urinary bladder
D) Removal of ascites fluid from the knee joint
B
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A) "What caused you to fall?" B) "What medications are you taking?" C) "Do you have a history of medical problems?" D) "Have you ever been diagnosed with dementia?"
Initial laboratory investigation of a suspected transfusion reaction includes all of the following except
a. ABO testing of post-transfusion blood specimen b. Clerical check of label and tags on transfused component c. Direct antiglobulin test on post-transfusion blood specimen d. Inspection for visible hemolysis in pretransfusion urine specimen