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sjones

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on: Jul 2, 2018
A hollow tube that is surgically placed in a ventricle of the brain extending to the abdomen is called a(n):
 
  A) ostomy tube.
  B) intraventricular shunt.
  C) central venous catheter.
  D) tracheostomy tube.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the problems commonly encountered by a patient who is paralyzed?
 
  A) Respiratory infections
  B) Urinary tract infections
  C) Blocked intraventricular shunts
  D) Decubitus ulcers


Brummell1998

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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