Describe Some Factors That Contribute to the Capacity of an Emergency

question 28

Essay

Describe some factors that contribute to the capacity of an emergency room, as measured by the number of patients served per day.

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Definitions:

Submandibular Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the floor of the mouth, responsible for producing saliva.

Sublingual Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the tongue, responsible for secreting saliva to aid in digestion.

Saliva

A watery fluid secreted into the mouth by glands, containing enzymes that initiate the breakdown of carbohydrates during digestion.

Divided

Separated into parts or pieces; often used to describe roads or cells that split into two or more pathways or segments.