Which Information About Medication Use in a Preoperative Patient Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which information about medication use in a preoperative patient is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

• A) The patient uses acetaminophen (Tylenol) occasionally for aches and pains.
• B) The patient takes garlic capsules daily but did not take any on the surgical day.
• C) The patient has a history of cocaine use but quit using the drug over 10 years ago.
• D) The patient took a sedative medication the previous night to assist in falling asleep.

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Agency Shop

A workplace where employees are not required to join the union, but must pay union dues as the union negotiates on behalf of all employees.

Rand Formula

An option in a collective agreement enabling employees to retain the right not to join the union, though they are still required to pay union dues; also known as an agency shop.

Check-Off Provision

A provision in a collective agreement whereby employees agree to have the employer deduct union dues from their payroll.

Non-Competition Clause

A contract provision preventing an employee from entering into competition with their employer during or after their employment period.