Which surgical procedure removes part of a vertebra to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve?
A) cerebrospinal fluid shunt
B) laminectomy
C) carotid endarterectomy
D) nerve block
B) laminectomy
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What stage are you in if you still prefer not to have to change, but you start to realize that you can't avoid reality??
A) ?maintenance B) ?precontemplation C) ?contemplation D) ?postcontemplation E) ?preparation
People living in crowded urban environments tend to experience the greatest stress from
A) family relationships. B) limited entertainment options. C) the effects of weather and climate changes. D) the high cost of living.
Which of the following statements is true about managing a serious eye injury?
A. In case of surrounding soft-tissue injury, a cold compress should be avoided. B. A patient should be asked to keep both eyes open during transportation. C. When a patient complains of decreased vision and laceration, pressure can be applied to the injured eye. D. A patient should be transported to a hospital by ambulance in a recumbent position.