Just before striking a tree with her car, a 17-year-old female suddenly gasps and holds her breath. What type of injury will she MOST likely experience?
A. Disruption of the great vessels
B. Compression of the myocardium
C. Rupture of the lung parenchyma
D. Multiple pulmonary contusions
Answer: C. Rupture of the lung parenchyma
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a. Application of the group policyholder b. Estimated size of the group in 5–10 years c. Kinds of healthcare services needed by the group d. Actuarial statistics of the group
What greatly increases the risk of errors in OTC medications?
A) Lack of pediatric dosing indications and guidelines B) Pediatric dosages only being available with a prescription C) Mislabeling of topical medications as oral medications D) Generic products from unknown suppliers
The ligament that extends from the ulna and forms a sling around the head of the radius is the:
A. quadrate ligament. B. lateral collateral ligament. C. medial collateral ligament. D. annular ligament.
All of these are core functions of public health identified in the Future of Public Health report, except:
a. assessment b. health promotion c. policy development d. assurance