Explain why a diagnosis of high blood pressure is never made after just one reading


Many variables affect blood pressure, including the stress of visiting the physician's office.

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A 5-year-old needs phenytoin. The normal adult dose is 100mg. Using Young's rule, what is the appropriate dose for the child?

A) 24.9mg B) 29.4mg C) 41.6mg D) 46.1mg

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An elderly patient fell down a flight of stairs and now complains of neck and back pain as well as weakness to both legs. The primary assessment reveals no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation. Manual cervical spine motion restriction is being maintained. What should the EMT do next?

A) Apply high-concentration oxygen and move the patient to the stretcher for transport B) Complete the secondary assessment, looking for additional injuries C) Place an oral airway and begin positive pressure ventilation D) Place a cervical collar and secure the patient to the long spine board

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Oral squamous papillomas:

a. Are composed of squamous epithelium supported by connective tissue b. Are rare lesions c. Are a component of the Peutz-Jeghers syndrome d. Have moderate malignant potential e. Are caused by cytomegalovirus (CMV)

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Hirsutism is the condition of ________ hair growth

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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