What are endogenous metabolites and exogenous toxins?
What will be an ideal response?
Endogenous metabolites are substances that are produced as a normal part of metabolism. Exogenous toxins are introduced from the outside, such as pollution, drugs, and chemicals found in food and water. Regardless of the source, many metabolites and toxins are processed for removal by the liver.
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When assessing a patient's pupils, the EMT should:
A) shine a light in one eye and watch for the pupil to dilate. B) cover one eye and shine a light in the other, watching for changes to the size of the pupil. C) determine the size of the pupil and then look for a change in pupillary size as you shine a light in the eye. D) instruct the patient to blink several times and observe the size of the pupils.
Mental illness
A) is usually a chronic lifetime disease B) strikes one of every 10 adults C) is treated 90% of the time D) is readily available and inexpensive
Low-frequency sounds are localized by the superior olivary complex by means of interaural ____________________ difference
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Who should perform triage?
A) Bystanders B) Patients C) Physicians D) Emergency Medical Responders