Which of the following would be the most radiosensitive?

slow dividing cells
very old cells
very young cells
specialized and functional cells


very young cells

Rationale: Cells that are immature, undifferentiated, and high reproducing are highly radiosensitive.

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A. NFPA 1203. B. NFPA 1720. C. NFPA 1500. D. NFPA 1710.

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When a run of ventricular tachycardia lasts for less than 30 seconds, it is termed a:

A. sustained rhythm. B. supersustained rhythm. C. nonsustained rhythm. D. monosustained rhythm.

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Callers who should never be put on hold are those who are calling about:

A) canceling an appointment. B) making an appointment. C) an emergency situation. D) test results.

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When taking a blood pressure, the first tapping sound you hear is the ____. 

A. systolic pressure B. pulse point C. diastolic pressure D. blood pressure E. palpated pressure

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