Metabolism of alcohol in the liver first yields __________, and then acetic acid

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


acetaldehyde

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A) attempt ventilation with a pocket mask. B) administer five chest thrusts. C) provide five abdominal thrusts. D) start cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

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Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include which of the following?

A. Low blood pressure, fatigue, dry skin and hair, and facial puffiness B. Anxiety, irritability, elevated heart rate and blood pressure, and weight loss C. Muscle weakness and easily bruised skin with purple streaks D. Excessive thirst, hunger, excessive urination, and fatigue E. A rounded face and a fatty hump between the shoulders

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The FIRST aspect to address in any patient with a soft-tissue injury is:

A) bleeding. B) your safety. C) airway patency. D) decontamination.

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You should splint an open soft-tissue injury to an extremity because:

A) most patients do not keep the extremity still when asked to do so. B) most open soft-tissue injuries are associated with a fracture. C) splinting is an excellent means of providing relief from pain. D) motion of the extremity may disrupt the blood-clotting process.

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