What is the term for the breathing pattern in which the depth of breathing increases?

a. hyperpnea c. hyperventilation
b. Kussmaul's d. tachypnea


a. hyperpnea

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Which drug that slows down nerve cell activity and decreases nerve excitement can be prescribed for some people who are trying to stop smoking?

a. Chantix b. Wellbutrin c. Zyban d. Xanax

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Which of the following statements describing the properties of metallic peroxides are incorrect?

a. The metallic peroxides are thermally unstable, highly reactive compounds. b. When heated, metallic peroxides decompose to the corresponding metallic oxide and oxygen. c. The metallic peroxides oxidize into finely divided combustible metals like powdered aluminum. d. The metallic peroxides are water-soluble substances.

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Which provides a new standardized framework and a unique coding structure for assessing, documenting, and classifying home health and ambulatory care?

a. Alternative Billing Codes b. ambulatory payment classifications c. Clinical Care Classification System d. diagnosis-related groups

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