A patient who presents with progressive paralysis that starts in the legs and moves upwards toward the arms and torso is often suggestive of ____.

A. Poliomyelitis
B. Parkinson's disease
C. Gullain-Barré
D. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The philosophy that quality improves with a commitment to customer satisfaction through continuous quality improvement and the use of the plan-check-do-act cycle was promoted by ___________________

A. W. Edwards Deming B. Philip Crosby C. Joseph Duran D. Michael Drucker

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A compound consists of covalent bonds and burns readily in air. This compound is a(n):

A. organic compound. B. inorganic compound. C. element. D. water soluble compound.

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The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 guarantees certain rights to residents in long-term care facilities

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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