A synonym for a tonic-clonic seizure is a(n)
A. febrile seizure
B. petit mal seizure
C. absence seizure
D. grand mal seizure
E. partial seizure
Answer: D
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A. 12 B. 40 C. 60 D. 75 E. 100
An inguinal hernia is found in the:
A) navel. B) groin. C) liver. D) stomach.
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A) chest radiography B) lung scan C) hemothorax D) sleep study
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A) Yes, but a method other than ipecac should be used. B) Absolutely, and it should be done as quickly as possible. C) Probably, but contraindication with his medications should be checked first. D) No. Inducing vomiting in persons with severe heart disease can cause adverse cardiovascular events.