Which of the following is NOT one of the more general exceptions to the informed consent doctrine that states that a physician does not have to inform a patient?

a. When the doctor decides it is not necessary
b. When the patient asks the physician not to disclose the risk
c. When disclosure of risks may be detrimental to the patient
d. When risks are commonly known


d

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Calculate the amount of dextrose and/or sodium chloride in each of the IV solutions. 0.5 L of D10 1/4 NSdextrose: __________ gsodium chloride: __________ g

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Prior to accepting a patient who has been decontaminated by the hazardous materials team, the paramedic must:

A) make contact with the receiving medical facility. B) be informed about the degree of decontamination. C) receive a verbal report about the material involved. D) don the appropriate personal protective equipment.

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A general multisystem examination is described as:

A. detailed. B. expanded problem-focused. C. problem-focused. D. comprehensive.

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During fluoroscopic image intensification, the primary x-ray beam exits the patient and strikes the ____ of the image intensifier.

a. input screen b. electrostatic lenses c. photocathode d. output screen

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