Trusses are replacing solid lumber joists because they __________
a. Are lighter
b. Provide greater strength
c. Are less expensive
d. Are heavier
a. Are lighter
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Which statement is most accurate concerning spine motion restriction of an ambulatory patient?
A) Self-restriction is not permitted if a rigid cervical collar is used B) If the patient is reliable, he can self-restrict while the cervical collar is applied C) If the patient is unconscious, self-restriction cannot be used D) The patient should be reminded to continue self-restriction while being seated on the stretcher
The respiratory therapist heard a pleural friction rub while performing a chest assessment on a patient with a lung abscess. What does this likely indicate?
a. The lungs are hyperinflated. b. Hemoptysis has developed. c. The abscess is located near the pleural surface. d. A pneumothorax has developed.
Wendy has provided a random urine sample and has returned to the examination room. You notice that the sample is a blue-green color. Which of the following questions would you ask Wendy to help rule out nonpathologic causes for the unusual color?
A. "Are you a vegetarian?" B. "How much coffee have you drunk in the last 2 hours?" C. "Did you have asparagus for lunch?" D. "Are you taking any prescription medications, such as Primaquine?" E. "Are you taking an iron supplement?"
Who is called "the father of modern medicine"?
A. Hippocrates B. Galileo C. Galen D. Zeus