Which is a potential serious complication of a carotid endarterectomy?

a. Keloid scar formation
b. Brain injury due to embolized plaque
c. Inflammation due to scar formation
d. Anaphylactic reaction to thrombin


ANS: B
Free plaque that is dislodged can cause an embolic event in the brain.

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What is the procedure that is done when the urine will not flow from the ureter(s)? An insertion is made into the ureter to allow for the withdrawal of urine

A) ureteral catheterization B) bladder catheterization C) kidney catheterization D) none of the above

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Upon delivering a patient to the emergency department, you remove your gloves and find that your hands are red and itchy. Which of the following is most likely?

A) You are showing early signs of an anaphylactic reaction. B) You are having an allergic reaction to the latex in the gloves. C) You have come into contact with poison ivy in the patient's yard. D) You have been exposed to an infectious disease through contact with the patient.

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The term lateral refers to ____________________.

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

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USAR team positions are filled by application.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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