What type of fluid is collected from the spinal tap or lumbar puncture procedure?

a. Pleural
b. Pericardial
c. Synovial
d. Cerebrospinal


Correct Answer: D

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A patient has an advanced infection in his foot. There is discoloration of the skin, foul smelling discharge and loss of sensation. These signs are typically seen in:

A) ankylosing spondylosis. B) cellulitis. C) necrotizing fasciitis. D) gangrene.

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In a healthy person, the primary stimulus to breathe is:

A) Lung pressures B) Oxygen levels in the arteries C) Diaphragm position D) Carbon dioxide levels in the bloodstream

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An individual who becomes disabled due to a non-work-related injury may be eligible for which type of benefits paid by a private plan or government program?

Medical and income benefits Medical benefits Income benefits Income and death benefits

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Which of the following statements applies to an electronic funds transfer system (EFTS)? 

A. The medical assistant must sign up for EFTS with the bank. B. The money is available to the employee the day after the deposit. C. The need for an employee check stub is eliminated. D. Employee bank account numbers are not needed for EFT transfers. E. The employee does not have to worry about losing the paycheck.

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