An inability to coordinate muscle activity is known as:

A) ataxia
B) muscular depression
C) absence seizure
D) a tonic-clonic seizure


A) ataxia
Ataxia is the term used for an inability to coordinate muscle activity. It is one of the adverse effects of the use of benzodiazepines.

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a. superventricular tachycardia. b. sinus tachycardia. c. sinus bradycardia. d. sinus dysrhythmia.

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Which OSHA standards apply to (a) chemicals used in a laboratory setting, (b) all healthcare settings using hazardous chemicals, and (c) two specific chemicals used above threshold levels in healthcare settings?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is a common cause of xerostomia in the elderly?

a. Bacterial infection b. Mumps c. Systemic drugs d. Allergic reactions e. None of the above

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Which of the following terms means "paying a fixed, prepaid fee per person to provide a range of health services"?

Fee for service Capitation Self-pay Copayment

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