Sterilization, or eradication of all organisms on the surface of instruments and equipment before they can be used on patients or in a procedure, is performed by a(n) ________.

To mask bitterness in medication for a horse, the medication is typically mixed with 5 g of __________

A) gelatin B) lactose C) sugar D) starch

Emergency medical care of bone and joint injuries should include:

A. Determining the nature of the injury, such as a fracture or dislocation. B. Applying a heat pack to the injury to relieve pain. C. Splinting any painful extremity. D. Realigning deformed extremities before splinting.