Which of the following methods of heat transfer is the circulatory movement of air?

A) Conduction
B) Convection
C) Radiation
D) Pyrolosis


Answer: B) Convection

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A low-angle rescue is any rescue work that:

a. mainly involves crevasse rescues in mountaineering and climbing. b. takes place on a slope ranging from horizontal to 45 degrees. c. is utilized only when a patient must be lowered out of an incident zone. d. takes place on a slope that is approximately 45 degrees or more in either an ascending or a descending direction.

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You are called for an elderly man who "is not acting right." The man's son says that they were just leaving for a short vacation but grandpa is sick and needs to go to the hospital. During your assessment, you notice numerous bed sores on the patient's backside and bruises on his arms and legs. Other than his physical condition, he appears to be okay. You should:

A) tell the son the you know he is trying to dump his father so he can leave on vacation. B) ask the son about the bruises on grandpa and how they got there. C) package the patient for transport to the hospital and notify the staff of your suspicions. D) treat the patient's bedsores and turn him so they won't get any worse.

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Describe one suggested code of conduct for health-related Web sites

What will be an ideal response?

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A medical assistant should include which of the following in preparing a patient for cryosurgery?

A. Place a grounding pad somewhere on the patient's body B. Assist with the administration of a local anesthetic C. Inform the patient that the initial sensation of cold will be followed by a burning sensation D. Position the patient for the administration of a general anesthetic E. Ask the patient to put on safety goggles

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