Why must medical laboratory technologists protect themselves in the course of their work? Because the specimens they handle can include infected tissues
Because they can be exposed to radiation from X-rays
Because they must handle heavy equipment that can cause injury
Because they can breathe in toxic fumes from MRI machines

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.