In which of the following scenarios would Workers' Compensation apply?

A. An employee develops carpel tunnel syndrome from computer use at work and must undergo a surgical procedure.
B. An employee is laid off due to downsizing of the company.
C. An employee is in a car accident while on vacation and requires time off for surgery.


Answer: A

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A) Suction the newborn's mouth and nose with a bulb syringe and stimulate him by drying him off with a towel from the OB kit. B) Tell the mother that her newborn is not viable, wrap him in a receiving blanket, and allow her to hold the baby. C) Begin chest compressions at a rate of 120 per minute and reassess after 1 minute. D) Intubate the trachea and instill 0.04 mg of epinephrine diluted in saline into the tube.

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Most cases of depression are believed to be caused by

a. increased activity of norepinephrine neurons. b. genetic factors. c. family or social environment. d. reduced activity of norepinephrine neurons.

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The portion of the sternum where CPR is performed is the xiphoid process

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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At which vertebral level does the spinal cord end? 

A. First lumbar vertebra B. First sacral vertebra C. First thoracic vertebra D. Twelfth thoracic vertebra E. Coccyx

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