When approaching the scene where a patient has sustained electrical burns, the first thing you would do is:
A. ensure a patent airway and adequate breathing.
B. apply dry, clean dressings to the burn sites.
C. make sure the source of electricity is turned off.
D. look for two burn sites.
Answer: C
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Which of the following statements regarding the aging process is correct?
A. Aging is a linear process; the rate at which a person loses functions does not increase with age. B. Because he or she is younger and healthier, a 35-year-old person ages slower than a 75-year-old person. C. Human growth and development peaks in the late 40s or early 50s, at which point the aging process sets in. D. The older a person gets, the slower the decline in the function of vital organs, such as the kidneys and liver.