What is meant by the term “shock”?
What will be an ideal response?
Shock is described as the decrease in the circulation of oxygenated blood to the organ systems in the body.
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Which of the following statements about foam proportioners and delivery systems is MOST accurate?
A. The foam proportioner adds air into the foam solution to produce finished foam. B. The foam proportioner and delivery system must be compatible to produce usable foam. C. Either a foam proportioner or a foam generating system is needed to produce a foam fire stream. D. The foam-generating system introduces the appropriate amount of foam concentrate into the water to form foam solution.
Which of the following is the best test to distinguish iron deficiency anemia from ACI?
a. Serum iron b. Hemoglobin c. Free erythrocyte protoporphyrin (FEP) d. Ferritin
A heart murmur is often heard with auscultation and indicative of involvement of which structure?
a. aortic valve b. mitral valve c. right ventricle d. left ventricle
Upon delivery of the baby's head, you note the presence of meconium on its face. After suctioning the mouth and nose, you complete the delivery. Your assessment reveals that the infant is vigorous, crying loudly, and has good muscle tone. Appropriate management includes:
A. inserting an oral airway and initiating positive-pressure ventilations. B. requesting a paramedic unit to perform direct tracheal suctioning. C. performing deep oral suctioning to clear meconium from the mouth. D. continuing your assessment as usual and providing prompt transport.