Which of the following is the most appropriate action when opening sterile packages of instruments and supplies and applying them to a sterile field?

a. You may touch the inside flap.
b. Gather the loose edges of the package to prevent dragging over the field.
c. Open peel-apart packages using scissors.
d. Open the first flap toward you.

b

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a. The provider doesn't like that the patient's insurance pays less than other insurances. b. The provider determines that the patient is noncompliant with treatment and has warned the patient of the consequences of not following the provider's medical advice. c. The provider decides to care for only private-pay patients. d. None of the above

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