What is collecting pleural fluid by passing a needle into the pleural space called?
A) pneumocentesis
B) thoracentesis
C) pleural biopsy
QUESTION 2Select the phrase that best describes a medication's chemical name.
A) associated with a specific manufacturer
B) established when the drug is first manufactured
C) the formula that indicates the composition of the drug
QUESTION 3Which term describes a nosebleed?
A) epistaxis
B) hemoptysis
C) expectoration
QUESTION 4Select the phrase that best describes the effect of analgesics.
A) control the growth of microorganisms
B) complete elimination of all sensitivity
C) provide pain relief
QUESTION 5Which breathing pattern may lead to hyperventilation?
A) tachypnea
B) bradypnea
C) wheezing
QUESTION 6A buccal medication is one that is placed in the mouth next to the cheek where it is absorbed into the mucous membrane lining of the mouth.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
QUESTION 7Which disease is associated with coal miners?
A) silicosis
B) anthracosis
C) emphysema