List and define the phases of violence most often used to describe abuse
1.
Tension-building phase: A triggering event precipitates this phase; tension builds, communication breaks down; abuser loses control, humiliates the abused; physical abuse may begin.
2. Crisis phase: Anxiety reaches a climax; series of "minor" assaults occurs over period of time leading to serious injury or death of abused; abuser tries to isolate or lock up abused.
3. Calm or honeymoon phase: Abuser asks forgiveness and is loving; abuser and abused are relieved crisis is past and both may be emotionally and physically exhausted.
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a. lactose b. fructose c. galactose d. monosaccharides of glucose
Heart rate and digestion are controlled by the:
a. Vagus nerve (X) b. Hypoglossal nerve (XII) c. Spinal accessory nerve (XI) d. Facial nerve (VII)
An example of a direct injury that may be sustained by a behavioral patient who has been TASERed would be:
A) the muscle contractions that occur as a result of the electrical impulse. B) the damage caused by the impact of the probe. C) the ignition of the combustible gases that are present after firing the TASER. D) the resultant blunt force trauma caused by the fall that ensues after the electrical impulse.
Which of the following actions would be appropriate during a diabetic emergency if it is unknown whether the patient has hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia?
A. Continue to monitor the patient's vital signs until EMS arrive. B. Call EMS and wait for a blood glucose monitor. C. Administer glucose immediately. D. Keep the patient cool and loosen tight clothing.