The vomer and sphenoid form the bony framework of the nasal septum.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: False (B): Vomer and perpendicular plate of ethmoid (not sphenoid) form the septum. True (A) is incorrect.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: True (A): Hyperventilation lowers CO₂, reducing breathing drive, often causing apnea. False (B) is incorrect.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Whiplash typically involves traumatic injury to cervical ligaments and soft tissues (D), not primarily cardiopulmonary issues (A), scoliosis (B), or disc herniation (C, though possible later).

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The ribs are anterior (C) to the lungs, lying in front of them. Medial (A) is toward the midline, distal (B) is away from the trunk, and deep (D) is internal.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Potassium (A) maintains fluid balance with sodium. Cobalt (B), chromium (C), and sulfur (D) have other roles (e.g., vitamin B12, glucose metabolism, protein structure).