Although malaria, spread by mosquitoes, occurs worldwide, 90% of all cases are found mostly among children in what region?
A. sub-Saharan Africa
B. South Africa
C. Haiti
D. Amazon
Answer: A
You might also like to view...
Which of the following is true regarding the form or function of the alveoli?
A) The alveoli permit gas exchange between the lungs and bloodstream. B) The alveoli are thin walled and covered by smooth muscle. C) The alveoli are air passages that permit ventilation of the lung. D) The alveoli are covered with small arteries that allow gas exchange.
A young male has been pulled from a lake by his friends after being submerged for several minutes. Assessment reveals his airway to be patent, respirations absent, and a weak carotid pulse of 12 beats per minute. At this time, you should:
A) attach the AED, provide one shock if indicated, start CPR, and transport to the hospital. B) administer one shock with the AED, start CPR, and withhold additional shock until the patient is rewarmed. C) insert an oropharyngeal airway, provide positive pressure ventilation, start CPR, and transport. D) start positive pressure ventilation, place on a long board, and transport to the hospital.
____ injuries (also referred to as axial loading) occur when force is applied directly to the long axis of the spine.
A. Compression B. Distraction C. Extension D. Flexion
What does the current "epidemic of dental disease" mean?
What will be an ideal response?