A 30-year-old woman was shot in the head during a domestic dispute. The scene is now safe. You notice that a large portion of the skull and brain have been destroyed. The patient is pulseless and not breathing. You should:
A) notify the incoming EMS unit.
B) perform CPR for 2 minutes and attach the AED.
C) find out if she has an organ donation card.
D) attach the AED and analyze the rhythm.
A
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Open injury caused by top layer of skin being scraped
a. abrasion b. amputation c. avulsion d. contusion
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In 2009, the _______ Act provided $19.2 billion over several years for health information technology.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).