The ________ valve (letter A) prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle. It is called a semilunar valve because its cusps are shaped like a half moon. 


pulmonary
The pulmonary semilunar valve prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle.

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The measurement of the pelvis to assist in determining whether the birth canal will allow the passage of the fetus for a vaginal birth is called ________

a. laparotomy b. pelvimetry c. pelvic examination d. pelvic ultrasonography

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What type of fuel can be the most dangerous of all the types?

A. Solid B. Liquid C. Gaseous D. Chemical

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Which of the following is the most important advantage of noninvasive ventilators over other types of ventilators?

a. Cost b. Ability to trigger and cycle appropriately when small-to-moderate air leaks are pre-sent c. Ability to remove CO2 d. Ability to oxygenate

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All of the following are levels of liquid consistencies on the National Dysphagia Diet with the exception of one. What is the exception?

A) Pureed liquids B) Thin liquids C) Nectar-like liquids D) Honey-like liquids

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