Seizures in children most often are the result of

A. a life-threatening infection
B. a temperature greater than 102 degree F
C. an abrupt rise in body temperature
D. an inflammatory process in the brain.

Answer: C. an abrupt rise in body temperature

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A. Intimacy. B. Somatic responses. C. Transference. D. Boundary violations.

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In what manner would O2 therapy induce worsening mismatch and thus a further elevation in CO2 in a chronically hypercapnic patient?

a. By improving blood flow to poorly venti-lated alveoli b. By decreasing blood flow to poorly venti-lated alveoli c. Causing bronchoconstriction, which worsens gas flow to low areas d. Causing bronchodilation, which improves gas flow to poorly ventilated alveoli

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