What is the best prothrombin time?

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A. 10 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 40 seconds D. 60 seconds

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Normal PT (A) is ~10–13 seconds.

What makes a superficial vein different from other veins?

A. It appears near the skin's surface B. It is surrounded by other arteries C. It is near the right atrium D. It handles oxygen

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Superficial veins (A) are close to the skin.

How can lowering a patient's body temperature help treat a spinal cord injury?

A. It facilitates the regrowth of nerves B. It prevents cellular death C. It does not help treat a spinal cord injury D. A and B

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hypothermia (B) reduces metabolic demand, preventing cell death.

The supine position requires all but the following:

A. Pillows on the sides B. A pillow under the shoulders C. Keeping the legs upright D. Head support

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Supine (C) doesn’t require legs upright.

What is one true factor about peptic ulcer disease?

A. Stomach pain starts 30 minutes after eating B. Malignant tumors may develop C. An endoscopy is needed D. NSAID use may be a concern

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: NSAID use (D) is a common cause of peptic ulcers by damaging the gastric mucosa.

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