Which of the following is characterized by a "whoop" that occurs during the inhaled breath following a severe coughing spell?

A. tetanus
B. diphtheria
C. croup
D. pertussis


D. pertussis

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Spontaneous combustion reactions describe which of the following?

a. A substance that absorbs its own heat of reaction ultimately reaching its autoignition point, at which it self-ignites. b. The ignition of materials from a piloted ignition source c. Ignition from a hot surface d. Combustion in oxygen-rich environments

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Saturated fats have a higher melting point than unsaturated fats, and are solid at room temperature

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A Guillain-Barré syndrome patient has autonomic nervous system dysfunction which can result in all of the following EXCEPT:

a. tachycardia. b. hypotension. c. urinary retention. d. fever.

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If, during an interview, the interviewer asks why you were fired from a job, you should

A. Explain that the office was a terrible place to work at. B. Not place blame when stating the reason for leaving. C. Tell them the manager was too demanding. D. Eliminate it from your résumé.

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