Carpal tunnel syndrome is treated by:

a. incising the transverse carpal ligament to decompress the nerve
b. placing Gelfoam between nerve and ligament for padding
c. removing or reshaping the surrounding carpal bones
d. transposing the median nerve out of the bony tunnel


a

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chronic condition. complication. comorbidity. exacerbation.

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Which of the following terms indicates "fast"?

A. Brady B. Tachy C. Absent D. Paroxysmal

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If you want an item delivered as soon as it reaches the recipient's post office, use ____. 

A. Priority Mail B. Express Mail C. special delivery D. certified mail E. registered mail

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Which of the following is NOT part of normal management of the mother, postdelivery?

A) Inspecting the perineum for tears B) High-concentration oxygen by nonrebreather mask C) Applying direct pressure to control hemorrhaging of perineal tears D) Frequently monitoring vital signs

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