A patient has just taken her first dose of Zocor for high cholesterol. Within minutes, she begins to develop hives, shortness of breath, and low blood pressure. In this case, the EMT would recognize that the patient is experiencing:

A) A sensitized immune response
B) Anaphylaxis
C) A hypersensitivity reaction
D) An anaphylactoid reaction


D) An anaphylactoid reaction

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The best way to prevent bruises and tears in the thin, delicate skin of the elderly is to:

A) Use moderate pressure when applying vigorous friction to dry skin B) Stop if you see bruising or bleeding C) Use gentle pressure and sufficient lubricant D) Watch recipient's face for signs of pain and then lighten pressure

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Qualitative analysis often focuses on identification of ____________ in the data.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Risk factors for coronary heart disease include all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Diabetes mellitus. B. Other forms of atherosclerotic disease. C. Hypertension. D. High HDL cholesterol.

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A database of information files, for each computer, must be

kept in alphabetical order kept in a procedures and policies manual kept separately from other types of information backed up daily

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