Arteries ________ because of the high pumping pressure they receive from the heart.

Which of the following devices or methods would be appropriate to provide sufficient humidity for an intubated patient with an uncuffed endotracheal tube who has thick, bloody secretions?

a. Heat and moisture exchanger b. Heated humidifier c. Heated humidifier with a heat and mois-ture exchanger d. Systemic hydration

In order to be considered ________, or legally transferable from one person to another, a check has to be written and signed by the payer and include the amount of money to be paid.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).