A drop in blood pressure below a critical threshold is a threat to the body because it directly impairs:

A) Anaerobic metabolism
B) Cellular perfusion
C) Airway patency
D) The sympathetic nervous system


B) Cellular perfusion

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a. Lack of protein b. Increased protein intake c. Lack of fats d. Lack of carbohydrates

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In a health care conversations, the "silent pause"

A) can be beneficial if used wisely. B) serves as a distraction. C) should be filled with chatter to make the patient more comfortable. D) should never be used.

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The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP or CHIP) is _________________.?

A) a private health insurance program with variable coverage from state-to-state B) ?a Medicare Part A program for uninsured children C) a Medicare Part D program for uninsured children D) ?a joint state-federal program providing insurance for lower income children not covered by Medicaid

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A syphilis qualitative test would be coded as ________

A) 86803 B) 86485 C) 86592 D) 86850

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