After Measurement of Rectal Temperature with an Electronic Thermometer, the Probe

question 48

Multiple Choice

After measurement of rectal temperature with an electronic thermometer, the probe cover should be ejected into

• A) The regular trash
• B) A biohazard sharps container
• C) A biohazard waste container
• D) A chemical disinfectant

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Definitions:

Guatemalan Woman

Refers to a female individual from Guatemala, a country in Central America.

Nervios

A culturally specific syndrome found in Latin American communities, characterized by emotional distress and somatic symptoms like headaches and stomachaches, often in response to stress.

Mal De Ojo

A belief in many cultures that illness or misfortune can be caused by the evil eye or a malicious look.

Amok

A culturally bound syndrome primarily reported in Southeast Asia, involving a sudden outburst of unprovoked aggression and violence.