Carbon monoxide gas is poisonous to humans and is particularly dangerous because it binds to the same receptor sites on hemoglobin as does ________.

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


oxygen

Carbon monoxide binds with hemoglobin more readily than oxygen, so oxygen cannot be transported through the body. This results in carbon monoxide poisoning.

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A diabetic patient has polydipsia. This means that she:

A. is excessively thirsty. B. urinates frequently. C. is unable to swallow. D. has low blood sugar.

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Specific functions that the paramedic should perform prior to contacting medical control are called:

A) standing orders. B) online protocols. C) physician directives. D) predefined standards.

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