Which portion of the heart is in failure when it can no longer effectively pump blood to the lungs?

A) Left atrium
B) Left ventricle
C) Right ventricle
D) Pulmonary vein


C) Right ventricle

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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AHIMA record retention guidelines suggests a 5-year retention period for diagnostic images.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Your patient has a non traumatic fracture of the left writ. AppropriƩ treatment would be to:

A. Apply a splint and have the patient follow up with her primary care physician in the morning. B. Place the arm in the position of comfort and transport. C. Apply a splint and transport. D. Apply a splint and have a family member drive the patient to the emergency department.

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Upon examining the patient, you notice that this 45-year-old man is exhibiting inflammation of the skin and blood vessels. What autoimmune diseases might this individual be experiencing?

A) Rheumatoid arthritis B) Psoriasis C) Scleroderma D) Systemic lupus erythematosus

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