While assessing the patient, the paramedic examines the patient's pupils for size and response to light. Which of the cranial nerves will this procedure test?

A) Oculomotor nerve
B) Optic nerve
C) Olfactory nerve
D) Hypoglossal nerve


Answer: A) Oculomotor nerve

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A) sino-atrial node. B) atrial pathways. C) atrioventricular node. D) AV junction.

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In the early stages after a patient requiring mechanical ventilation is discharged to the home, how often should patient follow-up by a respiratory care practitioner occur?

a. Every week b. Biweekly c. Every month d. Every day

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The hipbones are also called ________ bones. They attach the leg to the axial skeleton and protect the pelvic organs. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Research suggests that reaction time (RT) and movement time (MT) are:

A. Independent motor abilities B. Moderately related motor abilities C. Highly related motor abilities D. None of these

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