Platelets release ________________, which initiates the blood-clotting process

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


thromboplastin

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Stan and his partner had been playing tennis in the hot sun when Stan began experiencing signs of heat stroke. His partner got a cold pack from an ice chest. Where is a good place to apply the cold pack?

A. Over the wrists B. Below the feet C. Behind the knees D. On the neck E. Wherever the sweating is most profuse

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An Air Quality Index reading of 105 means the air quality is considered

A. acceptable for all but the most highly sensitive groups. B. unhealthy for certain sensitive groups. C. good, posing little or no risk to sensitive groups. D. very unhealthy for all people, resulting in a public health alert.

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All students with asthma should

A. carry their inhaler with them at all times. B. have an Individualized Education Plan. C. check with the school nurse daily. D. have a written Asthma Action Plan.

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