The patient was diagnosed with otosclerosis and as a result, cannot hear sound. The surgeon performs a ________________, which removes a small bone and subsequently inserts a prosthesis to transmit sound (labyrinthectomy, stapedectomy).

a. labyrinthectomy

b. stapedectomy


b. stapedectomy

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What would be the best reason for a policy that requires all crew members to synchronize their watches with dispatch at the beginning of each shift?

A) Ensures that all EMS staff are on time and ready for the shift B) Allows the supervisor to make sure that all EMTs have a watch C) Provides the best opportunity for the EMT to end the shift on time D) Promotes accurate system-wide time record keeping throughout the shift

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Which statement made by a 49-year-old female patient describes a situation common to those in this life stage?

A) "I have never felt better than I do now. I am in the best shape of my life!" B) "I do not have time to see the doctor about my blood pressure. I am too busy taking care of my parents." C) "Life is very enjoyable at this stage since I have managed to accomplish all the goals I set for myself." D) "I am very careful when I drive since it is well known that car accidents pose the greatest risk to people my age."

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Plasma fractionation produces what three categories of protein concentrates?

a. Albumin, beta globulins, and coagulation factors b. Albumin, immune globulins, and coagulation factors c. Haptoglobin, immune globulins, and coagulation factors d. Haptoglobin, immune globulins, and complement factors

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_______________________ _ An unemployment office is a third party agency that is hired by an employer specifically to find job candidates for open positions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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