The flap of skin and cartilage that hangs off the side of the head and functions to collect sound waves is the _______________ or pinna.

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


auricle

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A young intoxicated male patient cannot move his left arm and leg after diving into the shallow end of a pool and hitting the bottom head first. The AEMT should recognize which one of the following mechanisms as MOST likely to be responsible for this injury?

A) Rotation B) Distraction C) Compression D) Penetration

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A Holter monitor is a small, portable device that the patient typically wears for ________ that records the heart's activity while the patient is performing daily activities.

A. 24 to 48 hours B. 24 to 48 days C. two to four weeks D. two to four years

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What is the meaning of "dtd" on a prescription?

Hour of sleep Four times a day Give of such doses Before noon

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Which type of rescue-lift air bag is most commonly used by fire fighters?

a. high pressure b. Type II c. High-lift d. medium pressure

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