Which statement concerning risk factors that may predispose an individual to back pain is true?
A. Most types of low back pain are inherited.
B. Cervical back pain is most often the result of poor posture.
C. Acute back pain is the result of degenerative joint disease.
D. Obesity can contribute to the occurrence and severity of back pain.
D
Obesity places increased stress on back muscles and this strain can contribute to the severity of back pain.
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Apart from sample size, which of the following is typically not considered when determining the power of a study?
a. Sensitivity of the instruments used b. Number of variables c. Skill of the researcher d. Data analysis techniques
The apical pulse is measured
A) at the wrist. B) in the groin area. C) over the heart. D) behind the knee.
List the three types of transmission-based precautions and give an example of one condition for which each type is used.
What will be an ideal response?