The pleural space is located
A) between neighboring alveoli
B) between the layers of the membrane covering the lungs
C) between the ribs
D) in the nasal cavity
Ans: B) between the layers of the membrane covering the lungs
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A. mostly red blood cells with some lymphocytes and macrophages; mainly lymphocytes B. red blood cells; neutrophils, basophils, and eosinophils C. neutrophils; monocytes D. mainly lymphocytes; mostly red blood cells with some lymphocytes and macrophages E. mostly macrophages; mainly lymphocytes
Describe what happens to blood flow during elastic rebound
A) Elastic rebound pushes blood from the cardiac veins into the right atrium. B) Elastic rebound is what pushes blood through the coronary arteries when the heart is contracting. C) Elastic rebound is when blood in the aorta is driven forward into the systemic circuit, some is forced back toward the left ventricle and into the coronary arteries. D) Elastic rebound is the contraction of the ventricles forcing blood into the outflow vessels. E) Elastic rebound is the speed with which the heart returns to its relaxed state after contracting.
The maintenance of a steady body temperature in the face of fluctuating environmental
conditions illustrates homeostasis. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Following a traumatic injury, a 19-year-old woman presents with confusion, tachycardia, and significant hypotension. Her skin is cool, clammy, and pale. Further assessment reveals abdominal rigidity and deformity with severe pain over her thoracic vertebrae. In addition to administering high-flow oxygen and immobilizing her spine, you should:
A) start at least one large-bore IV line and give crystalloid boluses as needed to maintain adequate perfusion. B) conclude that she is in neurogenic shock, start an IV line of normal saline, and initiate a dopamine infusion. C) start at least one large-bore IV of normal saline and administer a narcotic analgesic to treat her severe pain. D) perform a focused history and physical exam, start an IV of normal saline, and administer a corticosteroid.