Physicians and hospitals in the US began consolidating and integrating mainly in response to
a. increased government regulation
b. pressures to contain costs
c. the growth of managed care
d. the demand for higher quality
c
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A) Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) B) Decreased creatinine C) Decreased potassium D) Elevated iron
Which of the following statements would be true of a patient who relies on the hypoxic drive to breathe?
A) The primary gas affecting the respiratory rate is carbon dioxide. B) The peripheral chemoreceptors have become less sensitive to oxygen. C) The respiratory rate is set according to the level of O2 in the body. D) The central chemoreceptors are the primary influence on the respiratory rate.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Strained muscles are more severe than sprained muscles. 2. Sprains involve tearing of muscles and tendons. 3. The RICE treatment is applied to broken bones. 4. When applying ice to a sprain or strain, you should leave it on until the swelling goes down. 5. Inversion of the foot is turning the sole of the foot medially.
What should you consider when choosing the color family for a medical office?
A. The cost B. The ease with which it can be applied C. Your personal preferences D. The mood you want to create E. The availability of the colors