The apparatus used during open heart surgery to take over the pumping action of the heart:

A) cardiopulmonary bypass machine (CPB).
B) implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).
C) pulse generator.
D) ventricular assist device (VAD).


A

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A) "Visceral pain is typically described as ‘sharp' and occurs when a hollow organ has become infected." B) "The exact site of visceral pain is easily located by the patient and is typically associated with nausea and vomiting." C) "Visceral pain occurs when the peritoneum lining the abdomen becomes infected and causes a rapid increase in body temperature." D) "A patient with visceral pain typically describes the pain as ‘aching' and has a hard time identifying its exact location."

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What will be an ideal response?

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When a practice's income exceeds its expenses, the practice has a(n) ________; this is also known as "being in the black."

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

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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