High plantar foot pressures increase the risk of neuropathic ulceration. Plantar foot pressures:
A. are reduced in patients with limited foot mobility.
B. can be reduced by providing full contact insoles.
C. are greater in the rearfoot than the forefoot.
D. all of the above.
B
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A) Humoral immunity activation results in localized tissue damage and edema of the tissue surrounding the injury site. B) Localized vasodilation and increased capillary permeability result in plasma leakage into the tissue surrounding the injury site. C) Cell-mediated immunity activation results in chemotaxis and increased capillary permeability. D) There is an infection, resulting in edema to the surrounding tissue.
For chest compressions to be effective, in what position must the patient be placed?
a. Horizontal prone, on a firm surface b. Horizontal supine, on a firm surface c. Horizontal supine, on a soft surface d. Sitting, with the neck fully extended
All patients with angina should receive what drug for prophylaxis of a myocardial infarction?
a. Heparin b. Dopamine c. Lidocaine d. Aspirin
The low-speed handpiece is used with which of the following?
a. Long-shank rotary instruments b. Contra-angle attachment c. Right-angle attachment d. All of the above