Describe the differences between true, false, and floating ribs
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The upper seven ribs are called true ribs because they attach anteriorly to the sternum via costal cartilage; ribs 8, 9, and 10 are called the false ribs because they have indirect attachments to costal cartilage; ribs 11 and 12 are called floating ribs because they lack any distal attachments and "float" in soft tissue.
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A) Drug discounts cards B) Patient assistance programs C) Help filling out assistance paperwork D) Drug manufacturer vouchers and coupons
Which of these statements is true regarding vital signs obtained from a patient with nausea and vomiting?
A) If the vital signs are within normal limits, it is safe to let the patient refuse transport B) The vital signs will help the EMT determine the relative stability or instability of the patient C) The patient's complaint is considered significant only if accompanied by abnormal vital signs D) The vital signs will allow the EMT to diagnose the cause of the nausea and vomiting
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Data show that sport participation opportunities for girls and women are
A. highest in countries that have fundamentalist religious beliefs. B. generally scarce at the professional level. C. now equal to opportunities for men in most nations around the world. D. the same as they are for men, but women still receive fewer resources.