What is the most common disorder of the blood in the older adult?
a. Folic acid deficiency anemia
b. Sickle cell anemia
c. Thalassemia
d. Anemia
Answer: d. Anemia
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A) Number of emergency vehicles B) Color of the ambulances C) Position of the emergency vehicles D) Wrinkled uniforms worn by the EMTs
In a small number of patients with a spinal cord injury or massive head injury, ____ may be required in order to decrease vascular volume and support the blood pressure.
A. vasopressors B. bronchodilators C. corticosteroids D. benzodiazepines
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The endocrine system secretes hormones into various organs. 2. The endocrine system secretes hormones directly into the blood 3. Hormones control chemical reactions in cells. 4. Hormones control the function of organs. 5. Hormones have an effect on all body cells.