A(n) ________ infestation can cause anal itching, as well as nighttime restlessness due to anal itching. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


pinworm
While the infected person is sleeping, female pinworms leave the intestine and lay their eggs on the skin surrounding the anus.

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Concerning behavioral emergencies, which of the following statements is true?

A) Only a licensed psychiatrist can apply crisis management techniques with a patient having a behavioral emergency. B) A patient who does not respond to crisis management techniques may be restrained for transport to a psychiatric facility. C) A diabetic problem never mimics signs of a behavioral emergency. D) It is relatively easy to determine if the underlying cause of a behavioral emergency is related to drug abuse.

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Which of the following are true about fires in oxygen (O2)-enriched atmospheres? 1. They are more difficult to put out. 2. They burn more quickly. 3. They burn more intensely

a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3

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When the fraction 4/5 is written as a ratio, it is

A) 4:5 B) 4::5 C) 5:4 D) 5::4

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The first two vertebrae in the cervical region allow for flexion and extension of the neck.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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