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Lobcity

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Which of the following terms describes the use of the fingertips to tap the body lightly but sharply to determine position, size, and consistency of an underlying structure and the presence of fluid or pus in a cavity?
 A) palpitation
  B) palpation
  C) auscultation
  D) percussion

Question 2

How is anaphylactic shock best described?
 A) life-threatening, hypersensitive reaction
  B) unexpected and potentially harmful reaction
  C) occurring within 90 minutes of administration


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stano32

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


Lobcity

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Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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