When a person quickly arises from a seated position, he or she becomes weak and dizzy. This may be a sign of ________

A) hypertension B) hypotension
C) normal blood pressure D) orthostatic hypotension


D

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If the heart is constantly exposed to increased systemic vascular resistance, the thickness of the ventricular wall undergoes hypertrophy.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The grounding pad that is applied to the patient to carry electrical current flow from the patient back to the power unit is known as the ________ electrode

A. dispersive B. active

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Ordinary hygiene habits of everyday life are a form of medical asepsis.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The Heimlich maneuver requires manual thrusts, which _____.

A. force air through the trachea B. expand the size of the trachea C. force air through the esophagus D. expand the size of the esophagus

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