An EMT is correct when he describes a communicable disease as:

A) Any of a number of diseases that are deadly once contracted
B) A disease that can be spread from one person to another
C) Any disease that is caused and spread by a viral agent
D) A disease for which no immunization exists


B) A disease that can be spread from one person to another

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Occasional alcohol drinking while taking warfarin can cause:

a. Internal bleeding. b. Blood clots. c. Rapid heartbeat. d. Drowsiness.

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The unit of measure used for calculating mass in the metric system is:

a. Pound b. Liter c. Gram d. Ounce

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What basic medical supplies should triage officers always carry?

A) An aid bag and O2 B) Triage tags and O2 C) Gloves, airways, and hemorrhage-control supplies D) disaster plan guidelines

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