Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True Regarding the Use

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the use of phenolics as a disinfectant?

• A)They are bactericidal.
• B)They are fungicidal.
• C)They are ineffective on surfaces shortly after application.
• D)They cause tissue irritation.

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Definitions:

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.

Tidal Volume

The amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing with each respiratory cycle.

Residual Capacity

The amount of air remaining in the lungs after a normal expiration, critical for continuous gas exchange between breathing cycles.

Pleural Cavity

A fluid-filled space between the layers of the pleura, the membrane surrounding the lungs, playing a crucial role in respiratory mechanics.