The total reported prevalence of all types of diabetes in the U.S. population (2007) was 23.6 million people affected, or 7.8% of the U.S. population.

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


True

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A) Contraindications. B) Dosage. C) Description. D) Indications and usage.

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Neurons in the vestibulospinal tracts mainly control muscles used for:

a. Balance b. Muscle tone c. Fine motor activities

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The EMT shows she understands the concept of the mammalian diving reflex by stating:

A) "It is a protective mechanism that occurs when the spinal column is compressed as would occur in a diving accident." B) "It occurs in warm water and serves to increase blood flow to the vital organs." C) "It may provide benefit to the patient by diverting oxygen-rich blood to the brain and heart." D) "It occurs in cold water and increases the activity of the vital organs, thus protecting them."

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Which of these patients has a normal fasting glucose level?

A) A 53-year-old female who is alert and oriented with a glucose level of 117 mg/dL B) A 37-year-old female who is weak and dizzy with a glucose level of 81 mg/dL C) A 67-year-old male with no complaints and a glucose level of 127 mg/dL D) A 12-year-old male with a blood glucose level of 38 mg/dL

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