A disc in which the nucleus pulposus, or spongy center of the disc, extrudes into the spinal canal is known as which of the following?

A) herniated disc
B) bulging disc
C) degenerated disc
D) thinning disc


A

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A 52-year-old male is unresponsive and has bruises and lacerations to the head, chest, and abdomen. Bystanders state that the patient was intoxicated and got into a fight with several patrons of a bar. They state that he was beaten with his opponents' fists, but not other objects or weapons. The patient has snoring respirations, shallow breathing, and a strong radial pulse. His skin is warm and dry. After providing manual spine motion restriction, what should be your next action?

A) Insert a nasal or oral airway B) Perform the jaw-thrust maneuver C) Start positive pressure ventilation D) Apply a cervical collar

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________can be caused by drugs such as NSAIDS and chemotherapy

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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A throat culture provides the following results:

Moderate growth of alpha-hemolytic, catalase-negative, optochin-susceptible, gram-positive diplococci Heavy growth of alpha-hemolytic, catalase-negative, optochin-resistant, gram-positive cocci Heavy growth of gamma-hemolytic, oxidase-positive, glucose- and maltose-positive, gram diplococci You would report A) heavy growth of Streptococcus pneumoniae and heavy growth of normal upper respiratory flora. B) heavy growth of Neisseria meningitidis and heavy growth of normal upper respiratory flora. C) heavy growth of normal upper respiratory flora. D) moderate growth of Streptococcus pneumoniae and heavy growth of normal upper respiratory flora.

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Functional conflict can occur when teams or groups possess conflicting priorities or activities.

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

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