What is the term for the ability of the heart cells to transmit electrical current from cell to cell?
A. irritability
B. contractility
C. automaticity
D. conductivity
Answer: D
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All of the following are potential airway obstructions, EXCEPT:
a. hyoid bone b. epiglottis c. tongue d. teeth
An embolism is a sudden obstruction of a blood vessel by debris
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Glass ionomer contains _________, which is released slowly into the tooth structures
fluoride clove oil phosphorus calcium