Which term refers to a highly contagious parasitic infestation caused by the "human itch mite," resulting in a rash, pruritus, and slightly raised threadlike skin lines?
A) pediculosis
B) scabies
C) scleroderma
D) tinea
B
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Which of the following was partly responsible for the rise of cocaine use in the 1970s?
A. The popularity of crack B. The decline in the popularity of amphetamines C. The decline in the popularity of heroin D. The discovery of more coca bushes
A clinical trial nurse is helping to register a patient to a phase II double-blind trial comparing a new medication to a placebo. Which of the following would the nurse include in the patient teaching? (Select all that apply.)
A. "Neither you, the doctor, or I will know if you are getting the real medication or not." B. "A computer will randomly determine which people get the actual study drug." C. "This trial is designed to determine if a benefit is found when using the drug." D. "Less than 100 people will be participating in this study." E. "The results of the study will not be known for at least 5 years."
A rating of zero on the Stress Events Scale suggests which condition?
A. Distress B. Eustress C. Neustress D. Adaptation E. Homeostasis
The body's ability to change and adapt to stressful situations is known as
A) general adaptation. B) homeostasis. C) allostasis. D) flexibility.