Which of the following vancomycin-resistant genes is not considered an infection control issue because it cannot be passed to other organisms via a plasmid?

The following equation represents the proportionality of two variables: y = -2x If the value of x increases, which of the following is true regarding the value of y?

A) It will become independent of x. B) It will decrease. C) It will increase. D) It will remain unchanged.

You have administered glucagon to a diabetic patient. Which of the following should occur?

A) Stimulation of the pancreatic alpha cells, resulting in lipolysis B) Stimulation of the pancreatic beta cells, resulting in a decreased blood glucose level C) Glycogenesis, resulting in a decreased blood glucose level D) Glycogenolysis, resulting in an increased blood glucose level