NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
TOXICOLOGY
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Question
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Which of the following is NOT a factor for a toxicologist to consider when determining cause of death?
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Accuracy
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Validity
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Reliability
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Speculation
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Breath testing is used nearly entirely on estimating alcohol concentrations, and urine and serum tests remain the most commonly used for medical professionals. Illicit drugs of abuse are a common area of interest in screening and utilize urine testing.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Toxicology Unit identifies and quantifies (determines the amounts of) drugs, alcohols, and poisons in biological samples such as blood, urine, or tissue. The information is used by law enforcement and the courts to help determine if laws have been broken and/or if criminal charges are warranted.
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