When properly fitted, a rigid cervical collar should:
A. be used to immobilize an unconscious patient.
B. come at least one inch forward of the chin.
C. completely cover the ears.
D. come close to or slightly overlap the earlobe.
Answer: D
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Which of the following statements indicates that the speaker has an understanding of chest pain and acute myocardial infarction?
a. "If the chest pain started during activity, it is most likely cardiac in origin. If the pain started while the patient was at rest, it is most likely not cardiac in origin." b. "If the patient's chest pain does not go away with nitroglycerin, you can assume that the medication has expired and is no longer effective." c. "If the patient experiences chest pain that radiates into the left arm, it is most likely a heart attack. If the pain radiates anywhere else, it is most likely not cardiac in origin." d. "Some patients experiencing acute myocardial infarction do not have actual chest pain; instead, they may experience a sensation of ‘severe heartburn.' "
The MOST common cancer in the musculoskeletal system is:
A) metastatic bone disease. B) primary cancer of the ribs, because of their close proximity to the liver. C) oteosarcomas. D) chondrosarcomas.
What instructional note is found in the Index when accessing the Main Term congenital?
A) Code also B) Code underlying condition first C) See also condition D) See anomaly
The _____________________ begin the motion of the mouth opening.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).