The preferred method of keeping a poison from absorbing into the GI tract is:

A) Gastric lavage
B) Use of activated charcoal
C) Administration of ipecac
D) Use of medications to induce diarrhea

Answer: B) Use of activated charcoal

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Federal and state workers' compensation laws establish procedures for compensating workers who are injured on the job. Which of the following accurately describes an aspect of these laws?

A. The employee pays the cost of the insurance premium. B. State laws cover workers in Washington DC and maritime workers. C. The injured employee may file other claims, as well as accept workers' compensation. D. Only injuries are covered by workers' compensation; diseases are not. E. The injured employee can file a claim with the government instead of suing.

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