A weighting (qualifying) factor is used to determine which of the following?

a. coulombs per kilogram
b. sievert
c. roentgen
d. gray


b. "Dose equivalent" is defined as the product of the absorbed dose multiplied by a biological-effect qualifying or weighting factor. The Système International unit for measuring the dose equivalent is the sievert (Sv).

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Blood pressure is defined as:

A) stroke volume × heart rate × SVR. B) stroke volume × diastolic pressure × SVE. C) heart rate × preload × SVR. D) afterload × preload × SVE.

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The model developed at the FESHE conference that depicts the coordination of education and training is known as which of the following?

A) National Model for Fire Service Degrees B) National Qualifications Model C) National Professional Development Model D) National Model for Higher Education in the Fire Service

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Which of the following is NOT a biological molecule?

a. Glucose b. Sodium chloride c. Testosterone d. DNA

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Which section of a managed care participation contract covers balance-billing rules?

A. physician's responsibilities section B. introductory section C. managed care plan obligations section D. compensation and billing guidelines section

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