Extraoral radiographs cannot be substituted for intraoral radiographs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

FALSE
Explanation: Although intraoral radiographs provide better resolution, extraoral radiographs may be substituted for patients who cannot or will not open their mouths.

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Which of the following most accurately describes the rationale for monitoring the cardiac rhythm in the hyperglycemic patient?

A) The increased viscosity of the blood makes myocardial ischemia very likely. B) Polyuria can lead to electrolyte disturbances, resulting in cardiac dysrhythmias. C) Hyperglycemia causes ventricular irritability and increases the risk of ventricular fibrillation. D) All ALS patients must be monitored.

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The presence of which of the following in the bone marrow would lead a clinician to the diagnosis of a myeloproliferative disorder rather than an acute leukemia?

a. High numbers of proliferating mature cells b. High numbers of young dividing cells c. High amount of bone marrow fat present d. High amount of abnormal cells

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