All of the following instruments are commonly used during a routine physical examination EXCEPT
stethoscope
percussion hammer
otoscope
thumb forceps
ophthalmoscope
thumb forceps
Rationale: A routine physical examination would not necessitate the use of thumb forceps, which could be used to extract a foreign body. The other instruments are used to assess heart and lung sounds, ears, and reflexes.
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A) place a sterile dressing over the injury. B) apply oxygen through a nonrebreather mask. C) evaluate the patient's airway. D) examine the patient's elbow.
____ Secondary condition that arises during hospitalization and is thought to increase the length of stay by at least 1 day in approximately 75% of patients
Fill in the blank with correct word.