Participants in a clinical trial might report different symptoms when they know they are part of the intervention group instead of the control group.To avoid that,researchers use the following:

A) Confounding
B) Randomization
C) Concealment of random allocation
D) Masking
E) Effect modifiers

Which of the following glomerular filtration rates indicates stage 4 chronic kidney disease?

A) 15-29 mL/min
B) 30-59 mL/min
C) 60-89 mL/min
D) 90-120 mL/min

Letter D shows the ________, which maintains homeostasis by regulating hunger, thirst, and body temperature.

A tag that confirms that the items in an autoclave have been exposed to the correct volume of steam at the correct temperature for the correct length of time is the sterilization ________.

Another name for urinary incontinence is:

A) urethritis.
B) emission.
C) enuresis.
D) micturition.

When you receive or place a phone call, your message should be logical and free from ambiguity. Which of the following Cs of effective communication does this demonstrate?

A) Cohesiveness
B) Courtesy
C) Completeness
D) Conciseness
E) Clarity

What is the correct code assigned for a patient with an abscess of the right external ear?

A) H60.00
B) H60.01
C) H60.02
D) H60.03