Cushing's syndrome is characterized by which of the following?
A. Excess secretion of pituitary ACTH
B. Adrenal insufficiency
C. Corticosteroid excess (in blood)
D. Low plasma levels of cortisol.
C
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Which program under Medicaid offers health insurance coverage for uninsured children?
A. CHIP B. EPSDT C. FMAP D. TANF
Which provides verification that the copy of the patient record is an exact duplicate of the original?
A) certification process B) litigation response plan C) notice of preservation D) subpoena duces tecum
A respiratory therapist is performing a routine patient/ventilator check on a mechanically ventilated patient. Returned tidal volume is 150 mL less than delivered. A high-pitched audible leak is auscultated through the neck. What is the appropriate response?
A. reposition the patient B. advance the endotracheal tube 1 cm C. add air to the cuff D. increase delivered tidal volume