Which of the following can cause an increase in white blood cell production?

A) Living at high altitudes
B) Hypoxia
C) Infection or inflammation
D) Chemotherapy


Answer: C

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The first phase of mandibular depression occurs in the ____________________ joint and consists of anterior ____________________ of the condylar head

a. upper, rotation b. lower, rotation c. upper, translation d. lower, translation

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What is intensive care, and where is this E/M service provided?

A. Services requiring a longer amount of time to perform than the intraservice time typically allows; may occur in an outpatient or an inpatient setting B. Healthcare services that can be provided in a variety of settings and specialize in the health of the pulmonary, or respiratory, system, as well as the prevention and treatment of diseases related to the respiratory system C. Healthcare services provided to a newborn infant from birth up to 28 days of age D. The E/M service provides critical care provided by a team of healthcare professionals operating on a unit that is dedicated to the critical care of patients

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Enforcement of the unique identifiers is under the direction of

a. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. b. Office for Civil Rights. c. Office of E-Health Standards and Services. d. Office of Inspector General.

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The head of the humerus and the glenoid cavity form a ball-and-socket joint

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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