The PetCO2 may be used to estimate the arterial PCO2 (PaCO2).

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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A. 80-100 B. 100-120 C. 40-60 D. 60-80

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The EMT shows understanding of the standard of care when he states:

A) "The standard of care is a state law that describes what actions the EMT can and cannot legally perform." B) "The standard of care is a measure of whether or not the right assessment and care have been provided to the patient." C) "The standard of care is a document that outlines the curriculum to which all EMT programs in the United States must subscribe." D) "The standard of care is state law that requires the EMS to respond and render care in emergency and nonemergency situations."

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A male patient fell 20 feet from a cliff to a trail below. The primary assessment shows him to be confused, with an open airway and shallow breathing. His pulse is 72 beats per minute and his blood pressure is 78/50 mmHg. The skin is warm and flushed. The patient has no motor ability or sensation in his legs. Which one of the following is the most likely cause of this patient's presentation?

A) Internal bleeding B) Spinal injury C) Hemorrhagic shock D) Hypoglycemia

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The ____, a tightly wound spring wire, has an open hook at the end.

A. I-wire B. H-wire C. J-wire D. T-wire

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