What is the primary factor determining the effect of an electrical shock?

a. Current
b. Temperature
c. Resistance
d. Voltage


ANS: A
It is important to note that current represents the greatest danger to you or your patients when electrical shorts occur.

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A) central port unit. B) central processing unit. C) computer processing unit. D) computer peripheral unit.

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When the _______________ passes too quickly through the small intestines, nutrients are not absorbed. 

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

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What part of wildlife managment involves setting daily and seasonal time limits, bag limits, and legal methods for taking wildlife?

What will be an ideal response?

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You are assessing a semiconscious patient's respirations and note that they are 18 breaths/min. When further assessing the patient's breathing, which of the following signs would indicate inadequate breathing?

A. Shallow movement of the chest B. A regular pattern of breathing C. Equal rise and fall of the chest D. Skin that is pink, warm, and dry

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