In a fetus, where are the most active sites of blood cell production?

bones and stomach
liver and spleen
brain and intestines
tissues and bones


liver and spleen

Rationale: In a fetus the liver and spleen are the most active sites of blood cell production.

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An unrestrained female patient, who was involved in a minor motor vehicle collision, refuses EMS care or transport. She is seven months pregnant and is alert and oriented. When asked, she denies any complaint. Your best action would be to:

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a. 8 to 10 b. 15 to 30 c. 4 d. 15

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Which of the following fields is/are completed using the MMDDCCYY format?

A. the Birth Date box of the Name, Address tab B. the Retirement Date box of the Other Information tab and the Birth Date box of the Name, Address tab C. the Patient Billing Code field of the Other Information tab D. the Retirement Date box of the Other Information tab

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