Which of the following "paper bag syndrome" injuries may occur due to sudden compression of the thorax or abdomen?

A) Pulmonary and myocardial contusions
B) Pneumothorax and diaphragmatic rupture
C) Cardiac tamponade and aortic dissection
D) Pneumothorax and myocardial contusion


B

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a. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services b. Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities c. Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations d. National Commission on Quality Assurance

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The cellularity of the marrow is best examined in a ________, and it is determined by the red bone marrow's relationship to _________

a. BM aspirate; patient age b. BM aspirate; hematogones c. BM biopsy; yellow marrow d. BM biopsy; stromal cells

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At what age does asthma severity peak in males?

a. 1 and 3 years b. 5 and 7 years c. 18 and 20 years d. 30 and 32 years

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A young infertile couple asks their physician about adopting a baby. Which of the following statements is true regarding the process of adoption?

A. Any adult who shows the desire to be a fit parent may adopt a child. B. Gay couples have the same success with being allowed to adopt as straight couples. C. People with genetic disorders may not adopt a child. D. Only married couples may adopt a child. E. Private adoptions are prevented by state laws.

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