What Is the Correct Term for a Patient Who Has

question 32

Multiple Choice

What is the correct term for a patient who has a habit of using tobacco and has a daily fixation on smoking tobacco?

• A) Abuse
• B) Dependence
• C) Exposure
• D) Use

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Definitions:

Sterile Technique

A set of practices used in medical procedures to prevent contamination and infections, ensuring that only sterile (germ-free) objects come in contact with sterile areas of the body.

Protective Eyewear

Safety equipment worn on the eyes to shield them from harmful substances, impacts, or light.

Vaginal Area

Refers to the external part of the female genitalia, including structures like the labia majora, labia minora, and the vaginal opening.

Hand Hygiene

Practices to remove or kill germs on the hands, including washing with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizers, to prevent disease spread.