Rescue workers are preparing to remove the windshield and roof from a car to extricate a patient who is trapped. Before the rescue commences, which of the following should the EMT do first?
A) Cover the patient with a heavy tarp for protection.
B) Explain to the patient what is taking place.
C) Lock all four doors and roll up the windows.
D) Wet the car down with a fire hose to prevent an accidental fire.
B
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as a(n): A) durable power of attorney. B) living will document. C) Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. D) implied consent.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Subterms in the Table of Neoplasms describe specific locations within a large anatomic site
a. True b. False
The ________ skeleton has 126 bones, including the bones of the arms and legs, the pectoral girdle, and the pelvic girdle.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).