Describe the "normal flora" and its role in digestion, elimination, and protection of the intestinal tract
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Normal flora is made up of many genus and species of bacteria. These bacteria help digest food, manufacture vitamins, protect the gut from pathogenic bacteria (mostly by outcompeting other bacteria for nutrients), and stimulate the immune system. Bacteria make up the majority of the dry weight of the feces.
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Who governs the disclosure of confidential information of the patients?
a. HIPAA b. APA c. AAPT d. PTCB
A patient at a mountain ski resort presents to you with notable shortness of breath. She denies any past medical history and takes no medications. Your assessment reveals crackles to the bases of both lungs. After applying oxygen, you realize that the key to helping this patient improve is to:
A) Remove her to a lower altitude B) Administer albuterol by a metered-dose inhaler C) Position her in a left lateral recumbent position D) Place her in a supine position with legs elevated
The penalties for damaging computer systems have been severely increased by the USA PATRIOT Act and the ________ Act.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Explain why it's important for health care professionals to develop their public speaking and presentation skills
What will be an ideal response?