All of the Following Tests Can Be Performed by Point-Of-Care

question 11

Multiple Choice

All of the following tests can be performed by point-of-care testing (POCT) instruments except:

• A) electrolytes.
• B) platelet counts.
• C) hematocrits.
• D) arterial blood gases.

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Definitions:

Synovial Joints

Joints that are surrounded by a fluid-filled capsule, allowing for smooth movement between connected bones.

Syndesmosis

A type of fibrous joint in which bones are joined together by a ligament or a membrane, allowing for minimal movement.

Gomphosis

A type of fibrous joint where a peg-like structure fits into a socket, such as a tooth in the jawbone.

Ligaments

Strong bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to other bones at joints, providing stability and limiting movements to prevent injuries.