________ is an abnormal rounding of the thoracic spine (upper back) that becomes exaggerated and produces a "humpback" appearance

a. Lordosis
b. Kyphosis
c. Scoliosis
d. Curvosis


b

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Which of the following would you expect to hear when auscultating the lungs of a patient having an anaphylactic reaction?

A) Clear, adequate air movement B) Fine, wet crackles or rales C) Wheezing D) Coarse-sounding rhonchi

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As antiemetics, phenothiazines (Compazine, Phenergan) have which of the following undesirable side effects?

A) Extrapyramidal effects and sedation B) Headache and diarrhea C) Hallucinations D) Euphoria

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5 hours = ________ minutes

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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A company that pays part of the cost of an invoice between a health care provider and a patient is known as a

A. copayer. B. third-party payer. C. capitator. D. cost manager.

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