Why are infants and young children more prone to hypothermia than adults?
A) They have less fat than adults. B) Their immune system is not fully developed.
C) They shiver more than adults. D) They are unable to recognize how cold they are.
A
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A) sepsis secondary to endometritis. B) hypovolemia secondary to miscarriage. C) infection of fibroid tumors. D) shock due to pelvic inflammatory disease.
A man has been bitten in his arm by his dog. He states that the bite occurred several hours earlier, when he accidentally stepped on the dog's paw. When asked, he tells you that the dog is up-to-date on all her shots, including the rabies vaccine. Assessment reveals two small puncture wounds to the hand with some bruising in the surrounding tissue. The patient wants to refuse treatment and transport. Given these assessment findings, what is the primary reason this patient should be seen in the emergency department?
A) Risk for infection B) Possible shock from blood loss C) Need to complete a police report D) Prevent formation of a contusion
Which of the following are symptoms of stress?
a. Incontinence b. Vertigo c. Headaches d. Uncontrolled sweating
The difference between a living will and a durable power of attorney for healthcare is that a _____
A) Durable power of attorney designates specific treatments that should be held or withheld in the event a patient becomes incapacitated B) Durable power of attorney and living will are both executed by the family after the patient becomes incapacitated, determining the surrogate decision maker C) Living will designates treatment, while a durable power of attorney designates a surrogate decision maker D) Living will is executed while the patient is competent and designates a person who makes decisions in the event he is incapacitated