Chemical substances released by neurons are known as:

A. junctions
B. synapses
C. neurotransmitters
D. neurons


c
Rationale: Neurons release chemical substances called neurotransmitters that allow communication from one nerve cell to another.

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After reinsertion of a tracheostomy tube (TT), manual ventilation is difficult. What immediate action should be taken?

a. Reattempt insertion. b. Perform a cricothyroidotomy. c. Remove the tube, and insert another tra-cheostomy tube. d. Manually ventilate the patient through the upper airway.

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____ is defined as an increased amount of circulating solid blood components.

A. Polycythemia B. Methemoglobinemia C. Congenital hemolytic anemia D. Sickle cell anemia

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______________________ is bloody sputum or bleeding arising from the respiratory tract

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