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Explain the significance of gender differences in tidal volume calculations and how they are addressed in practice.

What are the consequences of inappropriate tidal volume settings in mechanical ventilation?

What is the purpose of the AVPU scale?

Which medication would you administer for an adult experiencing chest pain and suspected myocardial infarction?

What is the purpose of a non-pneumatic anti-shock garment (NPASG)?

If a patient has severe life-threatening bleeding, which should be done first?

During the primary survey, if a patient’s pulse is absent, what should you do next?

James was studying for his A&P test and was comparing the trachea and esophagus.  Identify ONE similarity between the two tubes.

A pathologist was looking at a tissue sample, but his assistant forgot to label the specimen.  Help the pathologist determine what organ or duct this tissue is from.  [A] BONUS:   Determine whether the tissue is normal or abnormal.  If abnormal, identify the disease or condition. [B]

I am the part of the digestive tract where you can find the enzymes to break down all macromolecules including proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids.  I’m also important in mechanical digestion. What SPECIFIC REGION and organ/duct am I? [A] I also have a very unique mucosa to help me in my digestive functions.  What unique structures not found in other parts of the digestive system would you find in this region? [B] There are also other accessory glands which empty their contents into my lumen.  Name ONE of those accessory organs important in chemical digestion here by delivering it’s contents. [C]