A method of using electric current to stimulate nerves is known as what?
a. ONES
b. TENS
c. FOURS
d. FIVES
b
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B cells develop into plasma cells and:
a. T cells b. monocytes c. memory cells d. basophils
After explaining the process, you are drawing blood on 82-year-old Mrs. Green using an evacuated tube system. As you insert the third tube into the holder, the Mrs. Green begins to cry. You ask if she is in pain and she says, "No, but I am so scared! Why do they need this much blood? I must have a terrible disease!" Which of the following is your best response?
A. "If you have a terrible disease, wouldn't you rather know about it?" B. "We don't really need this much blood—we always draw a couple of extra tubes." C. "Drawing blood does not necessarily mean you are ill; blood tests are one of the best ways to get an overall picture of your health." D. "I am drawing several tubes of blood because, at your age, there are many different tests that we have to run." E. "Don't worry; I'm sure everything will be fine."
____ thermometers measure the body's core temperature by measuring the infrared heat waves generated by the tympanic membrane in the ear.
A. Disposable B. Electronic C. Tympanic wall D. Aural
Of the following, which is the MOST important information to give to family members regarding transport of the patient to the hospital?
A) Directions for driving to the receiving hospital B) Instruction to not follow the ambulance to the hospital C) To bring the patient's medications to the hospital D) To stick close to the ambulance through the intersections