With what is the median sternotomy closed?

a. fine gauge polypropylene
b. fine gauge surgical silk
c. heavy gauge stainless steel wire
d. heavy gauge chromic gut


c

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When assessing or treating a pediatric patient, always use _______________________________ that is appropriate for the age of the child

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Thirst, pallor, tachycardia and a thready pulse are all found in which stage of shock?

a. decompensated b. compensated c. irreversible d. hemorrhagic

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Patients who have injuries or health problems that cannot be delaying without harming the patient are usually treated at:

a. same day surgery. b. urgent care. c. a physician's office. d. the emergency department.

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As aging occurs, muscle contractions ________.  

A. become faster B. become stronger C. do not change D. become slower E. become absent

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