During an aortic valve replacement, a _____________incision is most commonly made to open the aorta

A. transverse C. median sternotomy
B. brachial D. lateral thoracotomy


ANS: A

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

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Abnormal distribution and return of blood from vasodilation, vasopermeability, or both, is the definition of:

a. cardiogenic shock. c. obstructive shock. b. ischemic shock. d. distributive shock.

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A) dysfunctional uterine bleeding B) amenorrhea C) endometriosis D) dysmenorrhea

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When on an emergency call, before proceeding past a stopped school bus with its lights flashing you should stop before reaching the bus and wait for the driver to:

a. make sure the children are safe b. close the bus door c. turn off the warning lights d. all of the above

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