You learn that a patient of yours has developed an inflammation of the vein where you started an intravenous line last week. What is this inflammation called?

Which statement would be appropriate for the medical assistant to include when teaching a patient about the proper use of medications?

A. "A prescription is just a guideline and does not have to be followed exactly." B. "If you do not take your medications as instructed, you may experience dangerous side effects." C. "You may mix medications without checking with your physician." D. "It is okay to share your medication with your family if they have the same symptoms you have." E. "If you miss a dose of your medication, take two doses when you remember it."

The fecal occult blood test detects bleeding in the ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).