It is important to wash hands before entering the OR and after every patient contact

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

ANS: T
Handwashing after every patient and before entering the OR prevents infection and cross-infection. Hands are washed immediately after glove removal; gloves have microscopic holes and may contaminate hands.

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A. acute hypovolemia. B. alcohol intoxication. C. acute schizophrenia. D. DTs.

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It is important to shake the specimen tube vigorously to thoroughly mix blood with an additive

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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