Your 18-month-old has had a worsening cough and fever for the last three days. Because it is winter, you originally assumed that it was just a cold. The child is now exhibiting difficulty breathing. As you are driving your child to be examined by his pediatrician, you are thinking about what could be causing these signs. Based on your OEC training, you realize that there are several

possibilities, and that the signs could suggest any of the following conditions except:

a. pneumonia.
b. croup.
c. asthma.
d. bronchiolitis.


Answer: c

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which statement is true regarding the differences between common law and statuatory law?

A. Common law is based on written law. B. Common law is based on legal precedents. C. Statuatory law is based on common law. D. Statuatory law is based on legal precedents.

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The plastron of a female chelonian is ____________________ and in the male, the plastron is ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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