12. Tb successfully deploy any vaccine, it is crucial to ensure lhat tiie vaccine ________are maintained at the required temperatures during transportation between healthcare facilities.
(A) visors
(B) vials
(C) swabs
(D) scalpels
(E) conduits

8. It is crucial for hikers to wear appropriate protective gear, such as insulated clothing and waterproof boots, to prevent frostbite on their________ . (A) amputations (B) extremities (C) extensions (D) accessories (E) supplements

9. Suipcal________ may be necessary for certain types of brain tumors, especially if they are causing increased pressure within the skull or if they are accessible for removal. (A) interve ntion (B) aspiration (C) aberration(D)simulation (E) alteration

10. Bom in an impoverished family, Josh has always had a(n)________ when he is among the upper- class crowd. He doesn't feel confident to speak to others. (A) aggression (B)benevolence (C) ecstasy of consumption (D) inferiority complex (E) benefits

11. To cultivate bacteria, you should place the inoculated culture medium at an appropriate temperature. The bacteria will multiply and form visible ________. (A)residences (B)communities (C) assemblies (D) colonies (E) canopies

13. The surgeon donned a________ before entering the operatir堰 room, ensuring a sterile and hygienic environment for the upcoming procedure. (A) lab coat (B) patient gown (C) scrub suit (D) stethoscope (E) trench coat

14. Flus are rarely deadly, but they can be associated with a high risk of serious________. and in some cases, they can be fatal if not properly managed or treated. (A) detonations (B) implications (C) complications (D) intrusions (E) emancipations

15. Hospitals must implement ________measures for patient confidentiality to safeguard sensitive medical information. (A) restricted (B) stringent (C) negligent (D) diligent (E) exclusive

16. In rural areas, ________often serve as the first responders, offering vital medical assistance and providing helpful advice until the patient can be transported to a healthcare facility. (A) medianics (B) defibrillators (C) rehabs (D) paramedics (E) maneuvers

17. According to the cover story published in Cell Reports in the issue dated 14th September 2021, a Taiwan researdi team has found a link between single neuron activity and anxiety-related behavior. Their study uncovers an anxiety-related cell in the hippocampus, which ________anxiolytic efffscts, so it sheds light on the prospect of brain circuit intervention in mental disorders. (A) mediates (B) meditates (C) mitigate (D) motivates (E) ruminates

18. The________. which are located between the ribs and the pelvis, support upper body, facilitate movement and hold organs in place. (A) diaphragm (B) abdominals (C) deltoids (D) temporal lobes (E) biceps