How does local tissue response to cold differ from general body cooling?

What will be an ideal response?


The metabolism of local tissue will decrease in response to cooling. When there is generalized cooling throughout the body, the central thermoreceptors will trigger an increase in metabolism to prevent a drop in body temperature.

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Which appendix in ICD-9 contains a list of the 3-digit categories for occupational hazards divided into subcategories?

A. Appendix E B. Appendix D C. Appendix B D. Appendix A E. Appendix C

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The ____________________ phase is bringing the patient out of the anesthetic and providing postoperative care while the patient is in the recovery room

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Translate the following:

FFl to 60 mL qh and record I&O

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