The _________ is the largest lymphatic organ in the body
a. pancreas
b. liver
c. appendix
d. spleen
ANS: D
As the largest lymphatic organ of the body, the spleen has an intimate role in the immunologic defenses of the body and acts as a blood reservoir. The main functions of the spleen involve the formation of blood elements.
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A) More structured and formulaic B) More concise and thoughtful C) Lengthier and wordier D) More formal and respectful
When the parent of an ill or injured child is angry and demanding, and implies that you are not competent to handle the situation, your MOST appropriate response should be to:
A) reassure the parent that you are working under the physician's guidance in the best interests of the child. B) ask the parent if he or she would like to transport the child to the hospital in his or her personal vehicle. C) advise the parent that you have many hours of training and experience and can handle the situation competently. D) show the parent your paramedic credential to reassure him or her that you are qualified to provide emergency care.