A type I diabetic presents with deep, rapid respirations and a fruity odor on her breath. Which of the following would best help correct the underlying physiologic disturbance?
A) Oxygen
B) Dextrose
C) Insulin
D) Glucagon
C
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Which of the following characteristics is atypical for informal caregivers in the United States?
a. Female b. Do not work outside the home c. Provide less than 10 hours per week of care d. Are working age adults
The ____ escape method starts off with the following step: "The firefighter sits down with the back against the wall and the SCBA centered between the two obstacles."
A. backward swim B. SCBA shift C. forward dive D. full escape
Which of the following classifications of drug recalls signifies that a drug is not likely to cause adverse health consequences?
Class I Class II Class III Class IV
The use of phenylephrine hydrochloride (Neo-Synephrine) during nasotracheal intubation will:
A) reduce the likelihood and severity of nasal bleeding. B) sedate the patient and facilitate his or her compliance. C) dilate the nasal vasculature and facilitate tube insertion. D) anesthetize the nasopharynx and reduce patient discomfort.