What are the primary functions of sleep?

a. to allow the cerebral cortex and cerebellum to be passive and inactive
b. to allow time for the medulla and pons to be passive and inactive
c. to restore and repair the body and conserve energy
d. to hardwire memories and conserve energy



c. to restore and repair the body and conserve energy

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A) There will be an increase in the number of home health transfers. B) There will be a decrease in the number of injuries among EMTs. C) Insurance reimbursement will increase for ambulance services. D) There is no likely impact of power stretchers on EMS.

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________ refers to a reduction in blood pressure caused by cardiac, vascular, neurogenic, or volume problems to a level that is lower than normal for the patient

A) Hypotension B) Hypovolemia C) Hypoperfusion D) Hypothermia

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In an ectopic pregnancy, the egg implants in the uterus

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following describes the phenomenon that causes a body moving at a constant speed to remain at that speed, unless it is acted upon by another body or force?

a. Impulse b. Energy level c. Law of Reaction d. Law of Inertia

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