The two MOST efficient ways for the body to eliminate excess heat are:

A. respiration and bradycardia.
B. perspiration and tachycardia.
C. sweating and dilation of skin blood vessels.
D. hyperventilation and tachycardia.


Answer: C. sweating and dilation of skin blood vessels.

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A) shock. B) hyperglycemia. C) meningitis. D) bradycardia.

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What is one disadvantage of using the Internet to recruit for firefighter positions?

A) Cost B) Large number of unqualified applicants will apply C) Some potential applicants may not have Internet access D) Both B and C

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

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Acupuncturists insert thin needles into ______ pathways through which qi is believed to flow.

- joint - meridian - straight - identified

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