What is the main cause of perianal impaction in the guinea pig?


It is caused by a buildup of bedding material and feces due to the guinea pig dragging its rear end to scent mark.

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You are with a patient who is complaining of chest pain that radiates into his arm and neck. He is alert and oriented and has an open airway and adequate breathing. His pulse is strong and his skin is cool and slightly diaphoretic. His pulse is 84, his respirations are 18, and his blood pressure is 90/62 mmHg. Responses to SAMPLE questioning include a history of a previous heart attack and

chronic lung disease; an allergy to aspirin; possession of nitroglycerin; and last ate about 6 hours ago. Based on this information, you would not: a. assist the patient to take a nitroglycerin tablet. b. place the patient on oxygen. c. let him assume a position of comfort. d. reassess his blood pressure in 5 minutes.

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What factors can hinder effective coughing? 1. Artificial airways 2. Neuromuscular disease 3. Systemic overhydration 4. Pain or fear of pain

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

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What should you do within 24 hours after a job interview?

A. Call the interviewer to thank him/her for the interview. B. Send a thank you letter. C. Call your references to let them know you listed them as a reference, and give them information about the specific job you interviewed for. D. Email the person who interviewed you and remind him/her of your enthusiasm for the job.

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Which of the following statements is true concerning vibrating mesh nebulizers?

a. They require at least 3 mL of solution to produce an aerosol. b. The exit velocity of the aerosol from vi-brating mesh nebulizers is rapid. c. They add no gas to the aerosol stream. d. They can produce a particle size range of 1 to 2 ?m.

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