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MGLQZ

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is most commonly associated with tripodding?
 
  a. Severe pulmonary hyperinflation
  b. Congestive heart disease
  c. Pneumonia
  d. Pulmonary fibrosis

Question 2

What is the most common cause of hypothermia?
 
  a. Exposure to cold environment
  b. Head injury
  c. Stroke
  d. Thyroid gland dysfunction


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The patient with severe pulmonary hyperinflation tends to sit upright while bracing his or her el-bows on a table. This helps the accessory muscles gain a mechanical advantage for breathing and is called tripodding.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The most common cause of hypothermia is prolonged exposure to cold.


MGLQZ

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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