Kyphosis is best described as:
A) an exaggerated forward curvature of the thoracic spine.
B) a pronounced lateral curvature of the thoracic spine.
C) the exaggerated curvature of the lumbar spine.
D) a distinct lateral curvature of the cervical spine.
A
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Paramedics and other EMTs becoming affordable in rural communities and also helping to fill gaps in primary health care services is a concept of:
A) community paramedicine. B) creation of ad hoc databases. C) medical quality video. D) public safety answering points.
An 8-year-old child was chasing his dog when the boy ran out into the street and was struck by a car. He is responsive to verbal stimuli and has an unstable pelvis and a bruise to the side of his face. His airway is open and his breathing is rapid and shallow. His radial pulse is rapid and weak and his skin is cool, moist, and diaphoretic. The patient also has abrasions to his back after being thrown by the car onto the pavement. Based on these assessment findings, the EMT would treat the patient for which life-threatening condition?
A) Hypoxia B) Head injury C) Shock D) Back injury
AORT stands for
A. Association of Operating Radiology Technician B. Association of Ophthalmic Register Technician C. Association of Operating Respiratory Technician D. Association of Operating Room Technicians
Phase I biotransformation includes:
A. Attachment of a hydroxyl group. B. Conjugation with glucuronic acid. C. Conjugation with sulphate. D. Conjugation with glutathione.