Anterior displacement of the vertebra, usually in the lumbar spine, is called:
a. Kyphosis
b. Strain
c. Osteomyelitis
d. Spondylolisthesis
ANS: D
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Which one of the following statements about compartment syndrome is true?
A) "It can be treated in the prehospital setting by applying warm packs and elevating the extremity." B) "It is commonly associated with bone fractures and can result in hemorrhagic shock if not treated." C) "It describes swelling in the tissues that can result in the loss of an extremity." D) "It is a life-threatening condition that will lead to death if not recognized and treated."
Prior to the mission, the TEMS unit must provide the SWAT team with a ____ assessment, which includes assessing the potential for combat-related injuries to SWAT technical operators, perpetrators, and civilians, as well as the chances of accidental injury during the mission.
A. benefit B. risk C. litigation D. medical threat
One way insurance companies have saved money for patients having surgery is by:
a. admitting the patient a day prior to surgery to have presurgery tests. b. having the patient get presurgery tests on an outpatient basis. d. having the patient get presurgery tests in the emergency room. e. omitting presurgery test requirements.
Withdrawing life-sustaining treatment refers to
A) not starting artificial methods of maintaining life. B) discontinuing artificial methods of maintaining life. C) gradually discontinuing feeding. D) gradually discontinuing ventilation.