Airway inflammation is characterized by _____ _____ and mucous secretions

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


mucous edema: When people with asthma are exposed to their triggers (and the triggers vary from patient to patient), airway inflammation (mucosal edema and mucous secretions) occurs.

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The ____________________ branch of the trigeminal nerve transmits sensory information from the mandible, including the skin, lower teeth, gums, and lip; a portion of the skin and mucosal lining of the cheek; the external auditory meatus and auricle; the temporomandibular joint; and the region of the temporal bone, as well as supplying kinesthetic and proprioceptive sense to the muscles of

mastication. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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When is it appropriate to read the medication label?

None of these answers Before removing the medication from its storage area All of these answers Before placing the medication back into storage Before pouring the medication

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You are by the side of an 88-year-old male who fell. He has a hematoma to his forehead as well as deformity to his left forearm. His daughter informs you that he has severe dementia and she cares for him at home. As you assess him, he continually screams out, "Mary, help me. I need help!" At this time, what question is most appropriate to ask the daughter?

A) "Was Mary his wife?" B) "Is this how he normally is?" C) "Do you know what he means by this?" D) "My mother suffers from dementia; it is a terrible disease"

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Which of the following pieces of equipment is acceptable for use in the prehospital stabilization of suspected cervical spine injuries?

A) Rigid cervical collars B) Soft cervical collars C) Five-pound sand bags D) 2" × 4" wood cribbing

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