________ is a rare but very serious disorder caused by a bacterium that normally lives in soil and water and mainly affects the gastrointestinal tract.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Botulism
Botulism is a rare but serious disorder caused by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium that normally lives in soil and water.
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When striking surfaces may cause metal chips or splinters to fly into the air, firefighters should:
A. use proper eye protection. B. cover item with a drop cloth. C. stand to one side when striking. D. use small movements not large ones.
Which statement is true regarding tactical EMS?
A) The TEMS curriculum is typically included in state EMT courses B) TEMS programs have been available since 1988 C) Competency in core skills is typically required before responders can participate in a TEMS course D) TEMS is a federally structured educational program provided by the FBI
____ are implanted "mechanical hearts" that perform the duties of the dysfunctional ventricle and are generally reserved for patients who have end-stage heart failure and are awaiting transplant.
A. Intra-aortic balloon pump B. Ventricular assist devices C. Ventricular pacemaker D. Ventricular defibrillators
In the normal adult, what is the driving pressure of the systemic circulatory system?
a. 78 mm Hg c. 98 mm Hg b. 40 mm Hg d. 10 mm Hg