A patient with hyperglycemia has:
A) high blood sugar. B) diabetes. C) low blood sugar. D) enough insulin.
A
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A 30-year-old man was not wearing a helmet when he was thrown from his motorcycle after losing control on a curve. He is seizing when you arrive. Your highest priority in caring for this patient should be:
A) checking his pupils for signs of brain injury. B) examining his head for signs of injury. C) checking for an increase in blood pressure and decrease in heart rate. D) maintaining an open airway and doing your best to prevent movement of his neck.
The EMT exhibits an accurate understanding of breathing when he states:
A) "When a person inhales, carbon dioxide is drawn into the lungs, and when he exhales, oxygen leaves the body." B) "Respiration is best described as the process of moving air into and out of the body." C) "Inhalation requires energy, while exhalation for most patients is a passive process." D) "In between breaths, the epiglottis protectively closes over the trachea."
Which dental specialty focuses on the production and interpretation of x-rays and other radiologic images for the identification and treatment of diseases, injuries, and conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial region?
A) Dental prosthetics B) Oral and maxillofacial surgery C) Oral and maxillofacial radiology D) Endodontics
The disease model of alcoholism holds that ________.
A. alcoholics should not be treated in institutions like hospitals and rehabilitation centers B. alcoholics need medical help to ameliorate symptoms of withdrawal from alcohol C. alcoholics are not affected by influences in early childhood and social stress D. alcoholics should be blamed for being sick E. all of these