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altibaby

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Which of the following conditions has the highest emergency priority?
 
 Bleeding
  Cessation of breathing
  Loss of consciousness
  Shock

Question 2

Which of the following root words means dead tissues?
 
 Lys/o
  Xer/o
  Infarct/o
  Lith/o



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Answer to Question 1

Cessation of breathing

Rationale: Cessation of breathing is considered a life-threatening condition.

Answer to Question 2

Infarct/o

Rationale: Infarct/o means dead tissues.



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