Which of the following statements about the gastrointestinal system are TRUE?
A) After nutrient absorption, blood returns directly to the heart for recirculation.
B) The duodenum and ileum make up the bulk of the small intestine.
C) The blood absorbs nutrients ingested through the gastrointestinal tract.
D) Mechanical digestion takes place in the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
C
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A condition that makes posterior chest and lung examination difficult is thoracic:
A) kyphoscoliosis. B) spondylosis. C) ankylosis. D) lordosis.
Which of the following would not be considered a protocol for disposal of biological chemical materials?
A) ?Use the PASS method to properly dispose of chemical materials. B) All universal (standard) precautions are followed and contaminated materials are properly disposed of. C) You must wear gloves, face shield, protective eyewear. D) You must wear aprons, gowns, and hair and shoe coverings.
You suspect that a 75-year-old man has internal injuries after he fell and struck his ribs and abdomen on the corner of a table. When assessing and treating him, it is important to recall that:
A. functional blood volume in patients of this age steadily increases due to increased production of red blood cells. B. blood pressure is usually adequately maintained because the blood vessels of older people can constrict easily. C. it is not uncommon to observe heart rates in excess of 150 beats/min in elderly patients with internal injuries. D. his ability to physiologically compensate for his injury may be impaired by an inability to increase cardiac output.
The office manager will often consult with the physician regarding salary increases for staff members.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)