A blistering hereditary condition typically affects the skin and mucous membranes of children. Lesions, most commonly found at pressure points, heal with scars. This condition is known as:

a. Cicatricial pemphigoid
b. Hand-foot-and-mouth disease
c. Measles
d. Epidermolysis bullosa
e. Varicella


D

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When asked, a young female with abdominal pain replies that she is not sure if she is pregnant or not. Which one of the following questions provides the best opportunity to determine if the patient is pregnant?

A) "Do you feel pressure in your belly area?" B) "When was your last menstrual period?" C) "Have you been vomiting in the morning?" D) "Does it feel like the last time you were pregnant?"

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A diving injury commonly called "the squeeze" occurs during which phase of diving?

A) Descent B) Ascent C) On the surface D) On the bottom

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To prevent damage to a telescope, you should never carry or hold it ________________

A. without a container C. by the head B. with one hand D. by the shaft

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Which of the following processes-of-care characteristics may contribute to lowering the risk of prolonged mechanical ventilation? I. timely performance of a tracheotomy II. vigilant ECG monitoring III. spontaneous breathing trial screenings IV. ventilation with low Vts for ALI patients

A. I, III only B. II, III only C. II, IV only D. III, IV only

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