The skin ________ small amounts of waste products, such as water and salts, through perspiration. 

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


excretes
The skin excretes small amounts of waste products, such as water and salts, through perspiration.

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A) Attempt to remove the patient from the home and continue treatment en route to the hospital. B) Let the husband know that his behavior is inappropriate, and if it continues you will call for the police. C) Leave the scene and patient, then notify police. D) Continue assessment and respond that the patient is sick and needs medical attention.

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What will be an ideal response?

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