The Root Operation Pheresis is used to treat diseases where too much of a blood component is produced

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


True

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Family members tell you that 3 hours ago, their 76-year-old mother suddenly became confused and had great difficulty speaking. However, within 15 minutes she returned to normal. Based on this description, the EMT should be suspicious of:

A) Stroke B) Dementia C) Alzheimer's disease D) Transient ischemic attack

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A 76-year-old woman presents with multiple painful oral ulcers that have been persistent for at least 3 months. She states that the ulcers are preceded by blisters. She recently developed an ocular irritation that she described as a gritty sensation when she closes her eyes. Other than her chief complaint and hypertension, she is in good health. She most likely has which of the fol-lowing?

a. Primary herpes simplex infection b. Epidermolysis bullosa c. Erosive lichen planus d. Mucous membrane pemphigoid e. Tuberculosis

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If diabetes goes untreated it can lead to stroke, cardiovascular disease, and loss of limbs due to infection and amputation.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Small cells within the nervous system that act as phagocytes, watching for and engulfing invaders, are ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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