The international system was first developed for use throughout the world in 1960 by which country?

A) United States
B) England
C) France
D) Greece


C) France
A system for international standardization of metric units was established throughout the world in 1960 with the introduction of the International System, or SI (from the French Système International).

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a. The knee has free bursae and bursae that are envaginations of the synovial lining. b. Bursae are located under ligaments and tendons around joints. c. The main function of bursae is to reduce friction between moving parts. d. When treating bursitis, apply deep cross-friction over the bursa.

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Which of the following should the EMT do to control maternal bleeding after delivery of the baby?

A) Massage the uterus until it is firm and grapefruit-sized. B) Apply direct pressure with a sanitary napkin over any perineal lacerations. C) Allow the infant to nurse, if possible. D) All of the above

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Which organization developed and published "Strategy for a National EMS Culture of Safety"?

A) NHTSA B) NAEMS C) NEMSAC D) NTSHA

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Identify the data to be reviewed and the complexity of the data to be reviewed when the physician performing the E/M visit independently reviews the image, tracing, or scan

A. Straightforward B. Low C. Moderate D. High

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