Which of the following is important when applying pincer compression to a trigger point site?
a. Compression is engaging the muscle tissue
b. Compression is engaging the overlying skin
c. Compression is engaging bone tissue
d. Compression is engaging the tendons
a
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A) lift the jaw upward with your index finger and thumb. B) press downward on the cricoid cartilage. C) stabilize the neck to prevent side-to-side motion. D) gently move the trachea to the right.
The blood becomes alkalotic if the pH rises above 7.45.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Why does prothrombin G20210A increase the risk of thrombosis?
a. Makes prothrombin activation easier b. Elevates prothrombin levels c. Decreases binding of thrombin by antithrombin d. Decreases binding of plasminogen to prothrombin
Benign proteinuria is associated with all of the following except:
A) fever. B) congestive heart failure. C) orthostatic proteinuria. D) dehydration.