Encephalitis Is More Common in the Summer Months Because

question 43

Multiple Choice

Encephalitis is more common in the summer months because

• A) ticks are encountered while hiking in the woods.
• B) people encounter more bats during warm summer evenings.
• C) pathogens are present in swimming pools and lakes.
• D) ameba populations increase in swimming pools.
• E) mosquito populations increase.

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Definitions:

Subcutaneously

Refers to administering medication or fluids into the layer of tissue beneath the skin.

Sliding Scale Insulin Order

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Glycosolated Hemoglobin

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Fasting Blood Glucose

The level of sugar in the blood after abstaining from eating or drinking calories for at least 8 hours.