The outermost layer of the meninges is called the:

a. Dura mater
b. Arachnoid
c. Pia mater


A

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Four nonaxial movements of the scapulae and the planes of each motion are

a. elevation and depression in the horizontal plane plus protraction and retraction in the frontal plane. b. elevation and depression in the sagittal plane plus protraction and retraction in the horizontal plane. c. elevation and depression in the frontal plane plus protraction and retraction in the sagittal plane. d. elevation and depression in the frontal plane plus protraction and retraction in the horizontal plane.

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The driver of a truck carrying a radioactive substance has accidentally come into contact with the material. You are first on the scene and a quick observation indicates that he still has the powder on his arm. Which one of the following should you do immediately?

A) Rinse the powder off the arm and wrap with a sterile dressing and roller gauze. B) Provide basic care, but avoid touching the patient's arm. C) Instruct the patient to remain still until proper removal of product can be accomplished. D) Place the patient in the ambulance, but avoid touching him en route to the hospital.

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A number of other tools similar to the K-tool are available that can be used to perform the same operation of through-the-lock forcible entry. These include the ____.

A. engine operator's tool B. A-tool C. RAX tool D. duck bill tool

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The strongest risk factor for development of a lymphoproliferative disorders is:

a. Age 15 to 34 years b. Altered immune function c. Female sex d. Cytomegalovirus infection in childhood

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