After the Primary Stain Has Been Added but Before the Decolorizer

question 28

Multiple Choice

After the primary stain has been added but before the decolorizer has been used,gram-positive organisms are stained __________ and gram-negative organisms are stained __________.

• A)purple; purple
• B)purple; colorless
• C)purple; pink
• D)pink; pink

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Definitions:

Cholecystectomy

A surgical procedure aimed at removing the gallbladder, often due to gallstones or gallbladder disease.

Preoperative Plan of Care

A comprehensive strategy designed to prepare a patient for upcoming surgery, addressing both medical and psychological needs.

Safety Razor

A shaving device with a protective device between the edge of the blade and the skin to reduce the risk of cuts or injury.

Palliative

A type of care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, rather than curing the illness itself.