Which Instrument Will a Medical Assistant Need to Obtain a Measurement

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which instrument will a medical assistant need to obtain a measurement of blood pressure?

• A)Sphygmomanometer
• B)Electrocardiograph
• C)Transducer
• D)Thermometer
• E)Cystoscope

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Phylogeny

The evolutionary history and lineage of species or a group of species.

Genetic Variation

The diversity in gene frequencies within a population, which contributes to the population's ability to adapt and evolve.

Adaptive Radiation

The rapid evolution of diversely adapted species from a common ancestor when introduced into new environmental circumstances.

Balanced Polymorphism

A situation in genetics where two or more alleles of a gene persist in a population because they each offer a survival advantage.