Anaphylactic shock is

an acute allergic reaction.
the result of aspirating a foreign object.
best treated with the patient in a seated position.
a chronic allergic reaction.


an acute allergic reaction.

Rationale: An acute allergic reaction is directly related to anaphylactic shock. The onset is sudden and can be characterized with a rash, breathing difficulty, unconsciousness, and eventually death if not treated.

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Which of the following are true about a solution that is being aerosolized by an ultrasonic nebu-lizer?

1. The solute concentration decreases. 2. The temperature of the solution increases. 3. The solute concentration increases. 4. The temperature of the solution decreases. a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 2 and 4 only d. 3 and 4 only

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When can beneficiaries submit a Medicare claim for themselves?

a. If the provider refuses to submit the claim b. If the beneficiary has another insurance and is sending the EOB from the other insurance c. If Medicare isn't likely to pay for the service but a written denial is desired d. All of the above

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The difference between "subluxation" and "dislocation" is that subluxation _____.

A. is an incomplete dislocation B. is a complete dislocation C. only occurs in the vertebral column D. A and B only

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