Explain the difference between isometric and isotonic contractions
What will be an ideal response?
A complete response should include these concepts:
• During isometric contraction there is no movement at the joint.
• During isotonic contraction there will be movement at the joint.
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a. Electronic signatures can be used. b. Costly medical errors can often be avoided. c. Patients may receive information online more quickly and easily. d. Older patients often welcome the shift to a computer-based system.
Which of the following is a consideration in airway management in the pediatric patient?
A) The need to hyperextend the head to achieve an open airway B) Keeping the nose clear of secretions C) Using blind finger sweeps to clear a foreign body from the airway D) All of the above
After an incident, the Emergency Medical Responder may legally discuss patient information for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:
A) reviewing the call for CQI purposes. B) talking with Emergency Department personnel involved in the care of the patient. C) giving a report to EMTs caring for the patient. D) relaying events to the patient's friends and family.
A patient with an altered mental status; high blood glucose levels; and deep, rapid breathing may have a condition known as __________.
A. hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic coma B. diabetic ketoacidosis C. hyperglycemic crisis D. hypoglycemic crisis