Which of the following hormone categories requires G-protein to activate enzymes inside a cell?
A. Steroidal
B. Nonsteroidal
C. Prostaglandins
D. Gonadal
E. Adrenal
B. Nonsteroidal
Proteins cannot easily cross the cell membrane of nonsteroidal hormones. The hormone-receptor complex in the membrane usually activates a G-protein that causes enzymes inside the cell to be turned on.
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A) assess the seriously injured patients in the building. B) triage the patients who are out of the building. C) communicate the need for additional resources. D) search the building for potential additional patients.
Which specialized unit, designed to support on-scene responders, may be established at large-scale incidents?
A) Debriefing unit B) CISD unit C) Fatigue unit D) Rehab unit
Which of the following represents the O in a SOAP note?
A. Observations B. Obtained results C. Objective D. None of these
Fixed kVp systems
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