To test an extremity for pain sensation, you should:
A) use a sharp object, and have the patient tell you if he feels a sharp or dull sensation.
B) firmly pinch a fold of skin over the most sensitive part of the extremity.
C) stroke the extremity in a distal-to-proximal direction.
D) briskly tap the tendon of the elbow or knee.
A
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Which one of the following statements describes the benefit of using the pneumatic antishock garment (PASG) to splint a potential pelvic fracture?
A) It increases blood flow into both the pelvis and distal leg. B) In addition to the pelvis, it immobilizes the thoracic and lumbar spine. C) It applies even pressure to the pelvis, forcing the pelvic bones to realign. D) It can effectively stabilize the pelvis and may help to control internal bleeding.
In normal bone growth, total ________ activity exceeds ________ activity
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word