You are by the side of an unresponsive 6-month-old with a history of congenital heart disease. The patient's airway is patent, but he is not breathing. A heart rate of 24 beats per minute is noted. At this time, it is essential that you:
A) apply the AED with pediatric pads.
B) start cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
C) start positive pressure ventilation with high-concentration oxygen.
D) place the patient on the stretcher for immediate and emergent transport.
B
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You were summoned by a family member for a 64-year-old woman who is having an acute respiratory emergency. You note that her chest looks full and she wheezes on expiration. Her vital signs show she is tachycardic and you are unable to hear air movement upon auscultation. You should suspect:
A) a pulmonary embolism. B) an asthma attack. C) emphysema. D) pulmonary edema.
Which of the following herbs can be used in the management of oral mucositis?
a. chamomile b. cinnamon c. kava kava d. ginger
At the turn of the century calculators were integrated into EHR programs to accomplish which of the following?
A. Convert imperial measurements to metric B. Calculate labor and delivery dates C. Conduct simple algorithms D. All of these
___________________________________ is the electronic movement of health-related information among organizations according to nationally recognized standards.?
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