Which of the following exerts control on the respiratory rhythm? 

A. Fear
B. Pons
C. pH of the blood
D. Medulla oblongata
E. Pain


D. Medulla oblongata
The medulla oblongata controls the rhythm and depth of breathing.

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A. Vaughn-Williams B. hyperthyroid C. ACE inhibitor D. calcium channel inhibitor

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Which of the following are indications for suctioning according to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Clinical Practice Guideline: Endotracheal Suctioning of Mechanically Ventilated Adults and Children with Artificial Airways?

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Calculate the following concentrations.A pharmacist has 100 mL of a 2% solution. The pharmacist then dilutes the 100 mL to 500 mL. What is the concentration of the 500 mL solution?__________

What will be an ideal response?

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