Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding treatments for asthma?

A. Inhaled steroids work locally within the bronchioles to reduce inflammation.
B. Inhaled steroids are used during asthma attacks.
C. Bronchodilators help reduce asthma symptoms.
D. Flu shots are recommended when viruses and infections act as triggers.


B. Inhaled steroids are used during asthma attacks.

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During acute appendicitis, the contribution of the somatosensory nociceptive afferents is which of the following?

A. Regulation of visceral function B. Production of skeletal muscle guarding to protect the appendix C. Modulation of respiratory function D. Signaling visceral distress to the brain E. Signaling conscious awareness of pain in the umbilical region

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Read the following information found on the patient's health record: Past Medical History: Normal. She has not had menarche. Medications: None. Allergies: NKDA. Social History: Lives with her parents and two siblings. A/B student on the honor roll. Surgical History: None. Family History: Mother: Rheumatoid arthritis; maternal aunt: IDDM.  According to the patient's health record, which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. The patient is allergic to penicillin. B. The patient has RA. C. The patient is an older woman with two children. D. The patient's aunt has Type 1 (insulin-dependent) diabetes. E. The patient has irregular menstrual cycles.

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What four lung volumes make up total lung capacity?

What will be an ideal response?

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The liver can be contused by a hard blow to the right side of the rib cage.

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

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