When swallowing food, what leaf-shaped structure prevents it from entering the respiratory tract?
A) Epiglottis
B) Vallecula
C) Pharynx
D) Larynx
Answer: A
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A. erase the mistake and type in the correction B. get written consent from the patient to correct the error C. draw a line through the mistake, make and label it as a correction, initial and date it D. draw a line through the error and enter the new information E. destroy the entry and start over
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A. digitally assess the patient for cervical dilation. B. expect a relatively short second stage of labor. C. expect that the second stage will last for hours. D. realize that she has had at least one miscarriage.