Pacemakers function by providing an electrical stimulus when

A) the heart's own stimulus is too fast to provide adequate cardiac output.
B) the heart is unable to generate its own stimulus.
C) the heart is experiencing periods of low exertion.
D) the heart is no longer capable of beating.


B

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a. radial b. brachial c. carotid d. temporal

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Increased bilirubin in the blood of infants can lead to ________, and is seen in _________

a. Hemoglobinuria; acute, acquired hemolytic anemia b. Hemosiderinuria; congenital, nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia c. Kernicterus; neonatal hyperbilirubinemia d. Kernicterus; congenital, nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia

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People often develop _______________ mechanisms, or unconscious efforts to protect themselves from anxiety, guilt, and shame. 

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

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What term describes an item that enhances or allows for the flow of alternating or direct electrical current?

a. conductor b. insulator c. neutralizer d. transmitter

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