Cushing's syndrome is a disorder of the:
A) posterior pituitary gland.
B) adrenal glands.
C) thyroid gland.
D) ovaries.
Answer : B) adrenal glands.
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A) 1930s B) 1950s C) 1970s D) 1990s
Repeat blood studies are conducted for those with kidney disease to monitor the:
A) white blood cell count. B) progression of the disease. C) both A and B. D) neither A nor B.
During a disaster, all patients who are transported to the hospital should have:
A) a patient care report written, in addition to a triage tag. B) been triaged at least three times to trend their condition. C) at least one paramedic caring for them in the ambulance. D) an IV line established in case fluids are needed.
Which of these is an organization that promotes autonomy and palliative care for terminal patients?
A. Not Dead Yet B. Lives Worth Living C. The Linacre Society D. Compassion & Choices E. The Ross Perot Society