Which of the following is the number one risk factor for premature death?
A. Diabetes
B. Obesity
C. Smoking
D. Genetic history
Answer: C
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a. cobalt b. barium sulfate c. carbon dioxide d. iodine
Which of the following is NOT a type of ray used in radiation therapy?
A. Alpha B. Delta C. Beta D. Gamma
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A) lowest B) highest C) lowest occupied D) highest occupied
You have been called for a 27-year-old female who is 32 weeks pregnant. She states that she is experiencing uterine contractions but feels no pain with them, just a tightening in her abdomen. The contractions began three days ago and seem to be increasing in frequency today. She denies discharge or rupture of her membranes. Given this presentation, you should recognize:
A) Probable false labor, and should have the patient follow up with her obstetrician B) Probable false labor, but have the patient transported to the hospital for evaluation C) True labor, so you should assess the vaginal canal for possible crowning D) Possible placental abruption, and immediately must transport the patient with lights and sirens