What is the general term for the inward movement of tissue between the ribs during inspiration due to increased negative intrapleural pressure generated during respiratory distress?

A. dyspnea
B. intercostal retractions
C. supraclavicular retractions
D. pectus excavatum

Answer: B

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a. Bloodborne pathogen standards b. Recordkeeping requirements c. Human resources policies d. Exposure to mercury

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You are called for a 6-year-old girl who is not well. Her mother says that the child has been sick for several days but today she has had trouble keeping her daughter awake. You note that the girl's capillary refill time is 4 seconds and she has a skin rash. The MOST important part of your assessment will be to:

A) recognize any respiratory distress. B) determine if she has a fever. C) determine her level of consciousness. D) get a full SAMPLE history.

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