The Deepest Trenches in the World Exceed What Depth

question 25

Multiple Choice

The deepest trenches in the world exceed what depth?

• A)250,000 feet
• B)15,000 feet
• C)35,000 feet
• D)25,000 feet
• E)50,000 feet

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Definitions:

Radial Artery

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Arterial Blood Gas

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Capillary Puncture

A procedure to obtain blood samples from a capillary bed, commonly used for tests requiring small amounts of blood.

Antiseptic

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