What Are Reserves

question 36

Multiple Choice

What are reserves?

• A) quantities that are known and available for exploitation with current technologies at current prices
• B) substances that are known to exist, but are held back to save them for the future
• C) estimates of the quantities likely to be discovered with greater exploration
• D) all substances that may someday be used
• E) resources that have been mined, but are currently in storage and will be utilized when prices rise

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Definitions:

Electronic Infusion Device (EID)

A medical device used to deliver fluids, such as nutrients and medications, into a patient's body in precise amounts.

Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)

A long, thin tube inserted through a peripheral vein, typically in the arm, extending to a central vein near the heart, used for long-term intravenous access.

Subcutaneous Implanted Port

A medical device inserted under the skin to provide access to the bloodstream for the delivery of medications or for blood withdrawal.

Extravasation

The leakage of a fluid, particularly blood or chemotherapy drugs, from a vessel into the surrounding tissues.