An awake but confused patient experiencing an allergic reaction begins to exhibit stridorous respirations. The EMT knows that the underlying condition responsible for this presentation is:

A) Constriction of the small airways
B) Spasm of the lower airway
C) Swelling to the upper airway
D) Loss of the gag reflex


C) Swelling to the upper airway

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The passageway for the downward movement of an ovum from the ovary, and for upward movement of sperm from the uterus, is called the:

A. fallopian tube. B. infundibulum. C. mesovarium. D. vaginal canal.

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