____ is a pathological condition that arises when cytokine levels become so elevated that the cytokines have a negative effect on the body.
A. FUO (Fever of Unknown Origin)
B. Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
C. Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)
D. Sudden inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)
Answer: C
You might also like to view...
A feeling of dizziness and or whirling in space is called:
A) purulence. B) vertigo. C) eczema. D) tinnitus.
Which of the following is the current recommendation for adding humidity while using noninva-sive ventilation (NIV)?
a. It is never recommended. b. It is recommended for short-term applica-tion (<1 day). c. It is recommended for long-term applica-tion (>1 day). d. It is always recommended.
Why is LinkedIn a good site to establish a professional identity online?
A) It allows a person to conduct job searches. B) Users can learn about future employers. C) Users can meet and keep in touch with colleagues. D) Individuals can connect with people from companies where they plan to apply. E) All of the above F) None of the above
A 52-year-old woman crashed her minivan into a tree. She is pinned at the legs by the steering wheel and is semiconscious. After gaining access to the patient, you should:
A: immediately apply high-flow oxygen to the patient and allow extrication to begin. B: have the fire department disentangle the patient and quickly remove her from the car. C: perform a primary assessment and provide any life-saving care before extrication. D: rapidly assess her from head to toe, obtain vital signs, and apply a cervical collar.