You respond to the vehicle maintenance department, where a middle-aged man is flushing his eyes with tap water. He tells you that acid splashed in his eyes and that they are burning. Which of the following questions is the most important one to ask right away?
a. "What is your past medical history?"
b. "Are you wearing contact lenses?"
c. "Do you take any medications?"
d. "Have you ever had a previous eye injury?"
Answer: b
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A) Intense pain and blister formation B) Decreased pain but significant edema C) Leathery skin that remains hot to the touch D) Reddened skin with decreased pain sensation
Which of the following choices is an appropriate consideration for massage in the pres-ence of warts?
a. Treat linens as contaminated. b. Local massage is contraindicated. c. Affected therapists should wear a finger cot or gloves. d. Warts are an absolute contraindication.