________ is when a cell membrane cannot respond normally to further stimulation

A) The refractory period B) Threshold
C) Repolarization D) Action potential


A

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An infant who is short of breath is alert and has adequate respirations at a rate of 54 per minute. His skin color is pink but slightly cool to the touch. When you place a pediatric mask on his face, he becomes very upset and begins to physically struggle to remove it. In this situation you would:

a. gently restrain the infant's hands so that he cannot remove the mask. b. secure the mask to the infant's face using tape. c. allow the mother to hold the infant and then provide blow-by oxygen therapy. d. omit the oxygen for now and continue to assess the infant every 5 minutes.

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What is the most appropriate way to react when a patient responds rudely to your attempts to provide care?

a. Allow yourself to feel angry. b. Ask yourself what might have caused this reaction. c. Let the patient know he or she has hurt your feelings. d. Ignore the rude behavior.

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A patient should be placed in which position before you begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation?

A. On the right side B. On the left side C. On the back D. In the Sims' position E. Prone, with the head turned to the side

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