Which of the following is/are not considered to be part of the mediastinum?

heart
great vessels
thyroid gland
trachea


thyroid gland

Rationale: The thyroid gland is located in the anterior portion of the neck. The mediastinum, a region nestled between both lungs contains the heart, great vessels, trachea, esophagus, and thymus gland.

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A) sweat B) urine output C) respiration D) all of the above

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A severe fracture in which the symphysis is torn apart and is frequently associated with disruption of both sacroiliac joints is termed:

a. pubis fracture b. hip fracture c. cavernous fracture d. open book fracture

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A patient has an injury to his arm caused by an unknown vesicant. After assessing the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation, you should:

A) Brush the powder from the skin B) Apply a wet sterile dressing to the arm C) Flush the injured area with water D) Transport the patient to the hospital immediately

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Which of the following types of controlled substances may be refilled as authorized by a prescriber?

Schedule IV Schedule III Schedule V Schedule II

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