COX-1 is the protective enzyme
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
T: The objective of using anti-inflammatory drugs is to reduce the inflammation that is caused by COX-2 but ideally the drug should not affect COX-1, which is a protective substance
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A) major; the closest hospital B) minor; the closest hospital C) minor; the patient's hospital of choice D) major; a trauma center
Basal state is approximately 16 hours after the last ingestion of food
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which of the following is the name of the condition in which fatty deposits form in the inner lining of the arteries?
A) Arteriosclerosis B) Coronary thrombosis C) Aneurysm D) Coronary artery disease
A patient who was hit in the face with a cloud of dust while working in an industrial setting is complaining of pain and discomfort to his left eye. While performing your assessment on the eye, you note some redness of the globe but do not see any obvious foreign object. The most appropriate care you can provide to this patient would be to:
a. cover both eyes with a bandage. b. carefully wipe the eye with a soft piece of sterile gauze. c. gently massage the eye to promote tearing. d. have the patient keep his eye open during transport to a medical facility.