This occurs most often as a postoperative complication or a result of pelvic or back injury and peritonitis

A. paralytic ileus C. strangulation
B. volvulus D. intussusception


ANS: A

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The change in the single-breath carbon dioxide (CO2) curve from "A" to "B" shown in the figure may be a result of which of the following?

a. Hypervolemia b. Decreased positive end-expiratory pres-sure (PEEP) c. Increased mean airway pressure d. Excessive bronchodilator administration

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A high cardiac output can cause which of the following complications with a pulmonary artery catheter?

a. Pneumothorax b. Catheter whip c. Pulmonary infarction d. Catheter knotting

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Second-degree burns involve the entire depth of the epidermis and a portion of the dermis

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The occipital bone is an example of which type of bone? 

A. long B. short C. flat D. irregular

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