The functions of the pelvis are to support the spine and trunk and to transfer their weight to the lower limbs.

Compared to normal levels, a shift in the HbO2 curve to the right has which of the following ef-fects?

1. The affinity of Hb for O2 decreases. 2. The Hb saturation for a given PO2 falls. 3. The Hb saturation for a given PO2 rises. a. 1 only b. 1 and 2 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3

A patient is admitted as a hospital inpatient and undergoes appendectomy surgery. The responsible physician documents acute appendicitis. Upon discharge, the patient is provided with instructions for followup and care postoperatively as well as for hyperthyroidism. Which present on admission (POA) indicator applies to the hyperthyroidism?

a. Y (present at the time of inpatient admission) b. N (not present at the time of inpatient admission) c. U (documentation is insufficient to determine if condition is present on admission) d. W (provider is unable to clinically determine whether condition was present on admission or not)