________ is a procedure performed when a genetic or metabolic defect is suspected in a fetus. The procedure involves removing a small amount of amniotic fluid, which surrounds the fetus, from the uterus.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Amniocentesis
The fetal skin cells obtained from the amniotic fluid are grown in a culture and examined for chromosomal abnormalities.
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A 24-year-old man was shocked while working on his house's electrical system. Assessment reveals a minor burn to the fingers on his left hand. Aside from being slightly shaky, he states he feels fine and does not see the need to be treated further or transported to the hospital. What statement would you make before allowing him to refuse additional care and transport?
A) "You really need to be evaluated in the hospital emergency department. The shock puts you at high risk for a stroke within the next 48 hours." B) "You need to get the burn site cleaned to avoid infection. This can be done in the hospital emergency department." C) "Electrical burns typically increase in pain as time goes on. The hospital emergency department can give you pain medication." D) "It would be best to let the emergency physician check you out. Electrical shocks can damage the heart."
Which of the following is an example of fluoroquinolones?
A) carbenicillin B) ciprofloxacin C) neomycin D) streptomycin