A 48-year-old male fell approximately 20' from his roof. As you approach him, you note that his eyes are closed and that he is not moving. His respirations are gurgling and you see blood draining from his mouth. You should

A. immediately suction his airway.
B. take proper standard precautions.


Answer: B. take proper standard precautions.

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The code ST used in form locator 24H in regard to early and periodic screening, diagnosis, and treatment (EPSDT) services means:

A) services were not available. B) services were available and used. C) new services were requested. D) services were available but not authorized.

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Why might a physician practice choose to seek accreditation by The Joint Commission? How might this benefit the patients seen by that physician?

What will be an ideal response?

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Our breathing rate is controlled by the level of:

A. oxygen in the blood. B. hemoglobin in the blood. C. carbon dioxide in the blood. D. RBCs in the blood.

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