In immunosuppressed patients suffering from possible infection, skin mottling can represent hypoperfusion from ____.

A. septosemia
B. autoimmune deficiency
C. septic shock
D. anaphylactic shock


Answer: C

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Three small (2 x 2 mm), nodular, nonulcerated, and asymptomatic lesions were found in the floor of the mouth of a 21-year-old man. Microscopically, the lesions were composed of a collection of normal mature lymphocytes with germinal centers. This patient has:

a. Lymphoma b. Mucous extravasation phenomenon c. Fordyce granules d. Dermoid cysts e. Ectopic lymphoid tissue

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The second number in Black's Three Number Formula is the measurement of the ____________

a. width of the blade b. length of the blade c. angle of the blade to the long axis of the handle d. none of the above

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Whether you are using a commercial device or a stick and triangular bandage as a tourniquet, it is important to remember that:

A. the tourniquet should be applied directly over a joint if possible because this provides better bleeding control. B. the tourniquet should only be removed at the hospital because bleeding may return if the tourniquet is released. C. you should try to control the bleeding by applying pressure to a proximal arterial pressure point first. D. bulky dressings should be securely applied over the tourniquet to further assist in controlling the bleeding.

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The most common options for filing equipment are shelves and ________.

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

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