Physical injury to the skin:
A) causes a decrease in the production of macrophages and lymphocytes, thus increasing the risk of infection.
B) commonly destroys the stratum corneum, the deep dermal layer of the skin, and causes nerve damage.
C) promotes cutaneous vasoconstriction, which shunts blood away from the injury and manifests as pallor around the injury site.
D) triggers mast cells to degranulate and synthesize special chemical mediators, which causes the injured area to become warm and red.
Answer: D) triggers mast cells to degranulate and synthesize special chemical mediators, which causes the injured area to become warm and red.
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A) explain the situation to a friend and ask for his or her opinion. B) keep quiet since you have no proof. C) notify the proper authorities. D) confront caregivers.
Involuntary consent would most likely apply to:
A) A 23-year-old prisoner with a laceration to the right cheek and refusing care B) An alert and oriented 34-year-old male who is coughing up blood and refusing care C) A 3-year-old boy found wandering in the street with abrasions and cuts on his bare feet D) A confused elderly woman who is in the presence of the person with her acting power of attorney
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A) saliva B) fat C) blood D) stomach acid
The most efficient method of decreasing body fat is through some combination of diet and exercise.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)