When a child receives the attenuated measles vaccine, what historical science figure(s) contributed to its success?
A) Pasteur
B) Jenner
C) Ehrlich
D) Both A and B
E) All of the above
D
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in the recovery position. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which statement made by an EMT shows that he understands the major cause of death in the prehospital setting for a burn patient?
A) "Most burn patients who die before getting to the hospital die of airway or bleeding problems, not the burn itself." B) "Most patients who die before getting to the hospital die from burn shock, caused by massive fluid loss from the burns." C) "The most common cause of death for burn patients in the prehospital setting is infection, which can be minimized by applying a sterile burn sheet." D) "Burn patients most often die before reaching the hospital from the increased body temperature caused by the heat of the burns."
For their size, pediatric patients have a disproportionately larger functional residual capacity.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
You and your partner are first on the scene of a bleacher collapse at a local stadium. As you exit the ambulance, you note several patients seated around debris from the seats. In this situation, which one of the following actions would you perform FIRST?
A) Wait for a supervisor to arrive. B) Determine the number of patients. C) Determine the severity of injuries. D) Notify the local hospitals of a mass-casualty incident.