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Ethyl chloride is a topical anesthetic spray that acts as a vapocoolant to control pain associated with minor surgical procedures.

Local anesthetics with epinephrine are not recommended for use in suturing a finger laceration.

This instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures.

Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

The most common way a healthcare worker is exposed to bloodborne pathogens is by needlesick injuries.

Which of the following ARE NOT ways HIV is transferred?

Diazepam (Valium) increases the heart rate and is used for bradycardia.

How may dose/doses of the hepatitis B vaccine help protect people who come into contact with the virus?

Taking certain antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and/or diuretics can increase a person’s risk of heat-related conditions.

This type of seizure affects both sides of the brain at the same time. The person may experience jerking, rigidity, or twitching.