One of the most frequent uses of mechanical ventilation is for the management of postoperative patients recovering from ____.

A. apnea and impending respiratory arrest
B. anesthesia and medications
C. acute severe asthma and heart failure
D. acute brain injury and flail chest


Answer: B

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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All of the following are essential functions of carbohydrates in the body except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Spare body protein from degradation B) Provide an energy source C) Form essential amino acids D) Ensure proper fat metabolism

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If safety needles are not available, the used needle should be recapped before disposal.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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You arrive on the scene and smell gasoline. Which of the following devices might be involved?

A) Radiologic dispersion B) Incendiary C) Dispersal mechanism D) Nuclear detonation

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