What is the POA indicator for the following condition? "The day after surgery, the patient developed a urinary tract infection (UTI) and was given IV antibiotics before she was discharged home the following day."

For the acquisition of a 4-lead tracing, why is the skin cleansed, dried, and shaved of hair (if necessary) prior to applying the ECG electrodes?

A) Because ECG monitoring is a sterile procedure B) To decrease the amount of energy needed should the patient need to be defibrillated C) To enhance the conductivity between the electrode and the skin D) Because it makes the heart more responsive to defibrillatory shocks

Which of the following is an allocated cost for a department within a healthcare facility?

A. equipment rental B. liability insurance C. employee pensions D. continuing education