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Question
When designing a medical device, which of the following is one of the essential questions an engineer should ask to translate physiology into design?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Under 'Translating Physiology to Engineering Design', the first question listed is: "1. What variable am I measuring or controlling? Pressure, flow, voltage, temperature?" This is fundamental to defining the device's purpose.
Hint
The design process must begin with a clear understanding of the physiological target or function.