You are managing a patient with a large flail segment to the right lateral chest. With this condition, you should recognize that the immediate threat to life is:
A) Blood loss
B) Hypoxia
C) Infection
D) Rib fractures
B) Hypoxia
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A. identity B. ability to invade the body's defense system C. pre-existing disease D. gram stain classification
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In order to be considered negotiable, a check must be signed by the ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Instrument transfer for straight-shank instruments are when the primary working end should be placed toward the assistant
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Select the word that is spelled correctly
A) ?prescription B) ?perscripition C) ?perscription D) ?prescishun
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