Determine What Signs on Values of X and Y Would

question 500

Multiple Choice

Determine what signs on values of x and y would make the statement true. Assume that x and y are not 0.
-xy < 0

• A) x and y must be negative.
• B) x and y have different signs.
• C) x and y must be positive.
• D) x and y have the same sign.

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Definitions:

Water Seal

A system used primarily in chest drainage that prevents air from re-entering the pleural space while allowing gases and fluid to escape, typically part of a chest tube setup.

Blood-Tinged

Describes a fluid or secretion that is slightly colored with blood, indicating minor bleeding.

Drainage

The removal of fluids from a body cavity, wound, or other source of accumulation, often through natural or artificial means.

Water-Seal Chamber

A compartment within a thoracic drainage system that prevents air from re-entering the pleural space and allows the removal of air and fluid from the chest.