A test used to measure breathing capacity is called ________. 

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


spirometry
Spirometry is used to measure breathing capacity.

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Which of the following statements regarding communications with the elderly is correct?

A. The majority of elderly patients are hearing or visually impaired. B. Attempt to calm the elderly patient by using his or her first name. C. Explain the justification for a procedure after it has been completed. D. Older patients have difficulty understanding when they are stressed.

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While providing care to victims following an earthquake, you note that many of them are experiencing respiratory distress. This is MOST likely due to:

A) dust suffocation. B) carbon monoxide. C) thoracic barotrauma. D) infectious pneumonia.

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Laboratory tests that can be learned on the job by persons with little training fall within which classification of laboratory tests?

A. Waived B. Moderate complexity C. High complexity D. Personnel-performed microscopy

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