What equipment is generally used to make lyophilized medications suitable for administering to the patient? a) Test tubes or sterile ampules O b) Petri dishes and sterile droppers c) Sterile syringes or graduated cylinders d) Measuring cups and clean, warm water

Which statement best describes the role of religion and culture in ancient medicine? religion and culture did not influence the types or treatments used; however, they did play a role in who was allowed to practice medicine. religious beliefs guided physicians to perform certain procedures; however, culture did not play a role in the way physicians worked or who could become a physician or a healer. religious beliefs often guided the diagnosis and treatment of disease; the culture often determined who could practice medicine and what procedures were appropriate. culture was the primary factor that determined who could be a physician and what types of diagnosis and treatment were used; religion was not important during this time period.

The goal of the flu vaccine is to prevent you from becoming infected with influenza. select the best answer from the choices provided. t f

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?