The sum of protons and neutrons in a nucleus is called the

A 59 year-old post CABG patient has a C(a-v)O2 that has increased from 5 mL/dL to 8 mL/dL. The respiratory therapist should report to the physician that the patient's

A. hemoglobin is increasing. B. cardiac output is decreasing. C. VD/VT ratio has increased. D. oxygen consumption has decreased.

Which specialty focuses on general, therapeutic, and preventive dentistry for children, including infants through adolescents?

A) Periodontics B) Dental prosthetics C) Dental public health D) Pediatric dentistry