Which of the following statements best reflects a possible diagnosis?
a. It is considered to be very plausible by the physician because of the findings, data, and information gathered about the presenting problem and the patient
b. It is considered to be an uncertain likelihood, but one that could be the final diagnosis
c. It is intended to either prove that a specific diagnosis is the definitive diagnosis through diagnostic testing, data, and findings, or dismiss it from any future consideration as the final diagnosis of the presenting problem
d. It is the final diagnosis identified through careful consideration, discernment, and clinical judgment
b) It is considered to be an uncertain likelihood, but one that could be the final diagnosis
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Approximately what percentage of an inhaled aerosol reaches the lower respiratory tract with current delivery devices?
a. 0% to 10% b. 10% to 30% c. 50% to 60% d. 90% to 100%
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Management of a traumatic fracture of the femur should include:
A) stabilization of affected limb using a longboard and padding with pillows and blanket rolls, transport to emergency department. B) application of traction using either the unipolar or bipolar device, supportive fluid therapy, transport to trauma center. C) application of traction using a unipolar device, application of the PASG, supportive fluid therapy, transport to trauma center. D) application of traction device, application of the PASG, immobilization using the longboard, transport to emergency department.