Which of the following terms best describes the imaginary plane that divides the body from one hip to the other on the anterior surface of the abdomen?

a. Frontal
b. Midsagittal
c. Sagittal
d. Transverse


Answer: d. Transverse

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A patient has been found unresponsive on her bedroom floor. When assessing her, the EMT would have the highest index of suspicion for a narcotic overdose when he notes:

A) Dilated pupils B) Bottle of Valium next to her C) A glass pipe with a sticky residue in it D) Shallow and slow respirations

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An inflammation of the meninges is called ________ and can be caused by bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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