A/an _____ separates the liquid portion of urine from the heavier solids
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
centrifuge
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NFPA® 1931 requires which of the following markings on fire service ladders?
A. Apparatus designation B. Local inventory number C. Manufacturer's name plate D. White or reflective top rung
A 4-year-old boy in respiratory distress is sitting upright in bed and drooling. His mother states that he complained of a sore throat throughout the day, and tonight became severely short of breath and started drooling. He is alert with adequate breathing. His skin is very warm to the touch. Vital signs are pulse, 132; respirations, 28 breaths/min; and SpO2, 90% on room air. Which is your first action in caring for this child?
A) Insert an oral airway and start ventilations B) Suction the airway of secretions C) Apply supplemental oxygen D) Use a tongue depressor to inspect for a foreign body obstruction
After the unsuccessful resuscitation of a 3-year-old boy who was shot by his mother's boyfriend during a domestic dispute, you find yourself extremely stressed and anxious over the call. You are having trouble sleeping and the resultant anxiety is affecting your home life. What should be your initial action, given this situation?
A) Make a conscious effort to focus on anything positive about the event B) Talk to a close friend or fellow EMS provider about your feelings C) Use the tragedy as an incentive to learn more about pediatric trauma D) Consider finding a profession outside of medicine
The oropharyngeal airway is a simple airway adjunct that can be used to facilitate ventilation and removal of secretions.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)