An alteration in brain function or other brain pathology caused by an external force that causes structural brain damage is described as:

A) TBI
B) PTSD
C) A concussion
D) An organic brain disease


A) TBI

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Nervousness when speaking to groups:

a. is natural and healthy. b. shows you care about doing well. c. can be detrimental. d. All of the above

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Periodontal involvement in the HIV-positive patient advances slowly compared to the general population. This slower advancement is thought to be associated with the immunocompromised state

A) Both statements are true. B) Both statements are false. C) First statement is true, second statement is false. D) First statement is false, second statement is true.

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The physicians in a physician-owned medical office have asked Brenda, the office manager, to set goals for office employees in an effort to make the office more efficient. Brenda has never had to set goals for anyone before, so she asks you for advice. Which of the following responses would be most helpful to Brenda? 

A. "Make sure the goals you set are measurable, so the employees can see their progress." B. "Do not allow the employees to tell you what they think their goals should be." C. "Make the goals so difficult that the employees will not be able to attain them." D. "There is no need to evaluate progress after you set the goals." E. "To avoid pressuring the employees, avoid specifying time frames for completion."

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At what age can an infant first role from the back to the side?

A) 1 month B) 2-4 months C) 4-6 months D) 6-8 months

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