Which of the following is TRUE regarding the pathophysiology of stroke?
A) Ischemic stroke is often a result of an aneurysm.
B) Neurological damage and death can begin within four minutes.
C) Ventricular fibrillation leads to the formation of blood clots in the atria.
D) Ischemic stroke usually presents with a severe headache.
B
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A) Pain that radiates to the upper leg B) Sudden death C) Decreased level of consciousness D) Blurred vision
Which of the following types of humidifiers are used in clinical practice? 1. Heat and moisture exchanger 2. Passover humidifier 3. Bubble humidifier
a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3
Tyler is returning from his lunch break. As he passes through the reception area, he notices a small, bright pink pill lying on the floor near the counter. There are several people in the reception/waiting area, including a few small children. What should Tyler do?
A. Pick it up and ask if anyone in the room has lost a pill B. Dispose of the medication properly, out of the reach of small children C. Ask the receptionist to call housekeeping to vacuum the floor D. Pick it up and put it in his pocket for possible later use E. Lecture the waiting patients on carelessness with medications
Which of the following statements regarding certification is correct?
A) Certification is evidence that an individual has a certain level of credentials based on hours of training and examination. B) A certified health care provider has been granted the authority and privilege to practice medicine in a certain municipality. C) Certification is a process in which a certifying entity attests to the fact that the health care provider has mastered a certain skill set. D) Unlike a licensed health care provider, a certified health care provider is not required to obtain continuing education hours.