Blood pressure is recorded as two measurements. What are they? Which number is on top?


systolic and diastolic; systolic is on top

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Aside from offering the job to the candidate and verifying the start date, what else should be discussed in a job offer?

A. Rules of the medical facility B. Salary C. Skills needed for the position D. Education of the candidate

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What is the width of the normal QRS complex?

a. Not wider than 1 mm b. Not wider than 3 mm c. Not wider than 5 mm d. Not wider than 7 mm

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_______________blood is usually collected from a newborn for blood gas testing

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Which of the following patients should have an automated external defibrillator applied?

A) A 40-year-old female in cardiac arrest due to chest injuries sustained in a motor vehicle crash
B) A 19-year-old college athlete who collapsed during football practice and is pulseless and apneic
C) A 67-year-old man with severe, crushing chest pain that is not relieved by nitroglycerin
D) A 6-month-old in severe respiratory distress

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