What is the life-threatening condition in which the body's temperature drops to a dangerously low level?

A. hyperthermia
B. hypothermia
C. contraindicated exercise illness
D. dysmenorrhea
E. electrolyte deficiency


B. hypothermia

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A) Water retention B) Increased tubular sodium reabsorption C) Inhibition of the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system D) Sympathetic nervous stimulation

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LaWanda is a pharmacy tech. Mrs. J comes in with two prescriptions: one for ophthalmic drops and one for otic drops. The doctor's scribbled instructions read only, "Use both twice a day." Where is Mrs. J supposed to put the drops?

A) Both drops are for the eyes. B) The ophthalmic drops are for the eyes, and the otic drops are for the ears. C) The ophthalmic drops are for the eyes, and the otic drops are for the nose. D) The ophthalmic drops are for the eyelids, and the otic drops are for inside the eye.

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The large intestine consists of the cecum, colon, rectum, and ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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If you are alone and rendering aid to another adult, contact EMS immediately after you determine unresponsiveness

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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