Heat applications ____
A) cause vasoconstriction
B) decrease swelling because fewer fluids are present
C) have a numbing effect that decreases local pain
D) bring more oxygen and nutrients to an area to stimulate healing
D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An individual who attributes his or her own negative emotions to someone or something that is completely unrelated is using the defense mechanism called:
A) Displacement. B) Denial. C) Intellectualization. D) Projection.
Which of the following is an acceptable antidote for a specific poisoning?
A) Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) for acetaminophen overdose B) Sodium bicarbonate for muriatic acid ingestion C) Amyl nitrite, sodium nitrite, and sodium thiosulfate for organophosphate exposure D) Naloxone for diazepam overdose
The Investing in Innovations (i2) Initiative is designed to spur innovations in health information technology (health IT) by promoting research and development to enhance competitiveness in the United States. An example of this type of an initiative includes _____
a. facilitating the exchange of health information by prohibiting individuals from customizing privacy allowances for their personal health records b. generating results by providing patients, caregivers, and clinicians with access to rigorous and relevant information that can support real needs and immediate decisions c. permitting the unsecured and effective sharing of information by individuals with members of their social network d. prohibiting individuals from connecting with others during natural disasters and other periods of emergency