The client's x-ray showed atelectasis. The nurse knows that this means the absence of gas in the lungs due to a failure of alveolar expansion

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The point at which a motor neuron contacts a skeletal muscle is called the myoneural junction. 2. Cardiac muscle is an example of a voluntary muscle. 3. The bone from which a skeletal muscle begins is called its origin. 4. The opposite action from depression is eversion. 5. Bending a joint is flexion.

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The combining form that means pons is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Influenza is characterized by:

A) fever and chills. B) joint and muscle aches. C) a runny nose and dry cough. D) all of the above.

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Important observation points for kicking a ball in the air include all except

A. trunk inclined slightly backward for the kick. B. make contact with the toes. C. contact the ball below the center of the ball. D. non-kicking foot is placed alongside the ball.

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