An Index Split Means That Respondents Below the Observed Median

question 49

True/False

An index split means that respondents below the observed median go into one category and respondents above the median go into another.

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Definitions:

Tracheal Suctioning

A procedure to clear the trachea (windpipe) of secretions or blockages by inserting a catheter through the mouth, nose, or tracheostomy.

Instill Normal Saline

The process of introducing a saline solution into a body cavity or tissue for therapeutic purposes.

Oral Hygiene

The practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean to prevent dental problems and bad breath.

Intermittent Self-Catheterization

A technique in which a person periodically inserts a catheter into the bladder to empty it, used in cases where natural urination is not possible.