Ice water immersion of an injury requires the use of a small bucket or whirlpool bath filled with ice and cold water, and the injured body part is immersed in the water for
a. 10-20 minutes. c. 15-30 minutes.
b. 15-20 minutes. d. 20-35 minutes.
A
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A. 6 B. 7 C. 8 D. 9
General guidelines for preventing burnout include:
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What accounts for the change in PO2 between the atmosphere and alveoli?
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