Which of the following statements about elder abuse is NOT true?
a. Elder abuse generally is limited to low socioeconomic situations.
b. Injuries that cannot be explained are the primary finding.
c. The victim frequently is no longer able to be independent, and the family has difficulty upholding commitments to provide care.
d. It may be important to note inconsistencies between the histories obtained from the patient and from family members.
a
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Which element identified by a bullet is documented in the words "palpation and percussion reveals no cervical spine tenderness . . . no thoracic spine tenderness and no lumbar spine tenderness"?
a. Constitutional—shaded—general appearance of patient b. Respiratory—shaded—assessment of respiratory effort c. Gastrointestinal—shaded—examination of abdomen with notation of presence of tenderness or masses d. Musculoskeletal—unshaded—examination of back with notation of kyphosis or scoliosis
Why should pharmacy technicians be familiar with OTC drugs?
A) To be able to assist patients through medical consultations B) To be able to assist patients with their needs C) To be able to choose medical devices for patients D) To be able to choose home testing kits for patients