If a patient is apparently unresponsive and not breathing, immediately check for a pulse. If you do not detect a pulse, within how many seconds should you begin chest compressions and apply an AED?
A) 5
B) 10
C) 15
D) 30
B
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The location of the neurovascular bundles containing the intercostal arteries is best described as the bundle that runs along the:
A) intercostal space equally distant from both associated ribs. B) posterior surface of the associated rib. C) superior margin of the associated rib. D) lower rib margin of the associated rib.
Which of the following is the minimum ventilator rate that is considered full ventilatory support?
a. 4 breaths/min b. 6 breaths/min c. 8 breaths/min d. 10 breaths/min
What is the best test to perform if a patient's PTT does not rise after the typical heparin dose?
a. Immunoassay for anticardiolipin antibody b. Lipoprotein(a) assay c. Chromogenic antithrombin d. Mixing studies
Which management approach recognizes that not all management decisions may be addressed by a "one size fits all" manner??
A) Contingency B) Operational C) Peter Principle D) Scientific