___________ causes body heat to be lost as warm air in the lungs is exhaled into the atmosphere and cooler air is inhaled.

a. convection
b. conduction
c. radiation
d. respiration


Answer: d. respiration

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A) Leave the scene and allow law enforcement to handle the situation. B) Transport the patient against his will with the assistance of law enforcement. C) Respect the patient's wishes; he is alert, oriented, and capable of giving consent. D) Contact the patient's family to find out what their wishes are.

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A(n) ____________________ has some very unique capabilities which permit it to provide the highest level of care for certain traumatic injuries.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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