« previous next »

Author Question: The abbreviation CRP stands for ________. A) circulation regional pressure B) C-reactive protein ... (Read 37 times)

Davideckstein7

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
on: Jun 27, 2018
The abbreviation CRP stands for ________.
 
  A) circulation regional pressure
  B) C-reactive protein
  C) cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  D) none of the above

Question 2

Which surgical procedure removes part of a vertebra to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve?
 
  A) cerebrospinal fluid shunt
  B) laminectomy
  C) carotid endarterectomy
  D) nerve block


Viet Thy

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 329
Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) This is not the meaning of CRP.
B) Correct CRP is a blood test to measure the level of inflammation in the body.
C) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the meaning of CPR, not CRP.
D) One of the answers is correct.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A laminectomy removes part of a vertebra to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve. A cerebrospinal fluid shunt creates a bypass to drain cerebrospinal fluid. A carotid endarterectomy removes an obstruction in the carotid. A nerve block is a regional anesthetic.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.

Did you know?

For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.

Did you know?

There are immediate benefits of chiropractic adjustments that are visible via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It shows that spinal manipulation therapy is effective in decreasing pain and increasing the gaps between the vertebrae, reducing pressure that leads to pain.

Did you know?

There are 60,000 miles of blood vessels in every adult human.

Did you know?

Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.

Molecular complementarity permits tight protein bonding via multiple noncovalent Molecular complementarity permits tight protein bonding via multiple noncovalent
Measuring Blood Pressure Measuring Blood Pressure
A lack of fuel flow could be due to a restricted fuel-pressure regulator. Notice the fine screen ... A lack of fuel flow could be due to a restricted fuel-pressure regulator. Notice the fine screen ...
Pressure Ulcer Stages Pressure Ulcer Stages
Apply compressions over the entire buttocks region with the fist using moderate to heavy pressure. ... Apply compressions over the entire buttocks region with the fist using moderate to heavy pressure. ...
The cystic fibrosis protein is a membrane protein. The CFTR protein is located in the plasma membran The cystic fibrosis protein is a membrane protein. The CFTR protein is located in the plasma membran
Video: The Nerve Impulse

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library