Which of the following is LEAST important to the paramedic when evaluating a patient's skin in an emergency situation?

A) Color
B) Temperature
C) Pigmentation
D) Moisture


C

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Which of the following is used in processing biopsy specimens for laboratory examination? 

A. 10% formalin solution B. 70% isopropyl alcohol C. 3% hydrogen peroxide D. 10% chlorine bleach solution E. Normal saline solution

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

1. The dermis consists mainly of flat, dead cells.  2. Melanin is a protein that makes the epidermis waterproof and prevents entry of viruses.  3. The subcutaneous layer of the skin contains mostly fat.  4. A job of the dermis is to hold the epidermis and hypodermis together.  5. Skin color is determined primarily by the amount of melanin. 

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To "flash autoclave" an instrument, the following must be done:

450 degrees F unwrapped for 12 seconds 280 degrees F wrapped for 25 minutes 8 minutes for a wrapped load at 250 degrees F at 30 psi 30 minutes for a wrapped load at 250 degrees F at 24 psi

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About how many oocytes does a woman have?

A. 300,000 B. 400,000 C. 100,000 D. 200,000

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