To minimize a patient's gag reflex, the radiographer can apply distraction techniques

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE
Explanation: Maintaining an engaging dialogue, asking the patient to think of a favorite vacation, or providing a distraction task for the patient to perform often minimizes the gag reflex.

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A) scope of practice B) standard of care C) discovery rule D) assumption of risk

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The EMT understands that capnometry informs the care provider of:

A) Level of oxygen in the lungs. B) Amount of CO2 being exhaled. C) Measure of O2 being delivered to the cells. D) The adequacy of oxygen diffusion into the bloodstream.

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Neuromuscular blocking agents do which of the following? 1. Decrease consciousness 2. Paralyze skeletal muscle 3. Relieve bronchospasm 4. Increase force of myocardial contraction 5. Alter pain perception

a. 2 only b. 3 and 4 only c. 1, 2, and 5 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only

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________ is an abnormal rounding of the thoracic spine (upper back) that becomes exaggerated and produces a "humpback" appearance.

A. Kyphosis B. Lordosis C. Osteoporosis D. Scoliosis

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