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B. discrimination

C. battery

D. abandonment

168.Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take first after coming in direct
contact with a patient’s blood via needlestick injury?

A. Obtain the Hep B vaccine if not currently immunized.

B. Apply pressure at the site to stop bleeding.

C. Flush the area with water and thoroughly wash it.

D. Inform the patient about the incident.

169.Which of the following actions by the medical assistant demonstrates compliance with the
ADA?

A. ensure hallways to exam rooms remain free of obstructions

B. wear personal protective equipment prior to irrigating a wound

C. obtain hepatitis B vaccination series offered by employer

D. maintain confidentiality of protected health information

170.The order reads cefaclor (Ceclor) 250 mg p.o. stat, then 150 mg q 2 h. How should the
medical assistant interpret this medication order?

A. Give 250 milligrams of cefaclor (Ceclor) orally immediately, and then give 150
milligrams every 2 hours.

B. Give 250 micrograms of cefaclor (Ceclor) orally immediately, and then give 150
micrograms every 2 hours.

C. Give 250 milliliters of cefaclor (Ceclor) post-operatively as needed, and then give 150
milliliters every 2 hours.

D. Give 250 milligrams of cefaclor (Ceclor) post-operatively, and then give 150 milligrams