You respond to a bus accident with multiple patients. As you arrive at the scene, you are approached by a local politician who states that his wife has been involved in the accident. He tells you that if you will take care of her first, he will ensure that you get the promotion you are up for. This becomes what type of decision for you as an EMT?
A) Legal
B) Financial
C) Ethical
D) Medical
Answer: C
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A) Over-hydration dementia B) Heat stroke C) Hydration D) Hyponatremia
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A) Increase in respirations B) Decrease in heart rate C) Decreased blood pressure D) Increase in heart rate
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A. call the licensed nurse. B. tell the resident to blow his nose. C. suction the resident. D. tell the resident not to worry.