Which of the following compounds is a cardiac glycoside that is used in the treatment of congenital heart failure and arrhythmias by increasing the force and velocity of myocardial contraction?

A. Digoxin
B. Carbamazepine
C. Amikacin
D. Phenobarbital


A

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Which of the following best reflects the risk of complication, comorbidity, and/or mortality? (Hint: Remember the highest level of risk determines the overall risk of complications, co-morbidities, and/or mortality.)

a. Minimal b. Low c. Moderate d. High

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A patient who is severely burned would likely receive treatment at a(n) ________ hospital

a. research b. general c. teaching d. specialty

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In a patient with conjunctivitis, the EMT would expect to observe a/an:

A) Inflamed and irritated cornea B) Infected lens C) Reddened membrane over the sclera D) Nonresponsive pupil

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Jenny is the administrative medical assistant in charge of scheduling appointments. She has just received a call from Carol Frazier. Mrs. Frazier received a missed appointment card in the mail and is insistent that she did not miss any appointments

She is very upset. Discuss how Jenny can resolve the situation in a professional manner. What will be an ideal response?

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