Telescoping of the intestines occurring mainly in children and resulting in ischemia and necrosis of the bowel is
A. paralytic ileus C. strangulation
B. volvulus D. intussusception
ANS: D
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A) 90 B) 110 C) 100 D) 80
When using a pitot tube and gauge, read the ___ pressure from the gauge
A. static B. residual C. flowing D. velocity
Hearing is considered to be within normal limits if the patient hears sounds up to ________ decibels, depending on environmental noise.
A. five B. 10 C. 15 D. 20
Which of the following signs and symptoms should alert the clinician to a potential vasoconstrictor overdose?
A) Intense anxiety and nausea B) Bradycardia and hypotension C) Itching and hives D) Visual hallucinations and confusion