The abbreviation for "drops" is

g
gr
gt
gtt


gtt

Rationale: The abbreviation "gtt" means "drops", "g" stands for "grams", and "gr" stands for "grains".

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The EMT shows he understands Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders and a living will when he states:

A) "A living will is a form of DNR; only a living will states exactly how the patient wants to be resuscitated." B) "A DNR applies to resuscitation issues only, like when a patient stops breathing or the heart ceases to beat." C) "If a patient has a valid DNR, the EMT should withhold all care and transport the patient to the hospital." D) "If the patient has a living will, it can legally be used as a substitute for a Do Not Resuscitate order."

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The best response to patients who call to ask if they can use a medication that was prescribed for a previous condition is ____. 

A. "You may use the medication if it has not expired." B. "You should not use the medication because it may not be helpful." C. "You may use the medication until you come in to see the doctor." D. "You may use the medication after I review it with you." E. "You may use the medication, but it will probably cause side effects."

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