What is the meaning of the term atelectasis?

A) inflammation of the pleural membrane
B) heart failure caused by pulmonary disease
C) incomplete expansion, usually of the lung
D) presence of pus in the chest or pleural space


C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The term hemostasis means

A. to bleed profusely B. the stopping of bleeding C. increased amount of blood in the body D. destruction of blood E. decreased amount of blood in the body

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The primary publication of the American College Health Association is Health Education Research

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The antidote for atropine poisoning is

A. scopolamine B. bethanechol C. neostigmine D. physostigmine E. dicyclomine

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