Define the medical terms listed below: peritoneum—


the serous membrane lining the abdominal walls and investing the viscera

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Where should terms used in the policy and procedure be explained?

A) In a policy about writing policies B) In a footnote to the policy and procedure C) Right in the policy and procedure D) In a glossary at the end of the policy and procedure manual

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Assessment of a 63-year-old female patient reveals a patent airway, adequate breathing, and strong radial pulse. She has no difficulty speaking and no facial droop, but exhibits a slight left arm drift and has a headache. The EMT should interpret these specific findings as:

A) Not suggestive of a stroke B) Minimally suggestive that a stroke may be occurring C) Moderately suggestive that a stroke may be occurring D) Highly suggestive that a stroke may be occurring

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What is the correct specific gravity of urine with a S.G. of 1.025 that had 2 grams of protein/dL and 1 gram of glucose/dL?

What will be an ideal response?

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Blepharitis is commonly known as a sty.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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