Because There Was No Standing Army to Protect the People

question 32

Multiple Choice

Because there was no standing army to protect the people from foreign invasions, the __________ Amendment was adopted.

• A) First
• B) Second
• C) Fourth
• D) Ninth

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Definitions:

Pulse Pressure

The difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, reflecting the force that the heart generates each time it contracts.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths a person takes per minute, an important vital sign indicating respiratory functioning.

Vital Sign Measurements

Clinical assessments of basic body functions, typically including temperature, heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure.

Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)

The average pressure in a patient's arteries during one cardiac cycle, crucial for ensuring adequate blood flow to the organs.