In an emergency situation, which one of the following steps should be done first?

A) Manage problems with circulation.
B) Initiate transport.
C) Start an IV.
D) Obtain a medical history.


Answer: A

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The review with the purpose of determining if the time and scope of treatment were justified is called:

a. preintent review. b. concurrent review. c. prospective review. d. retrospective review.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. A stressor can be any life event that occurs and produces stress. 2. The general stress syndrome is caused by faulty coping abilities. 3. The general stress syndrome is caused by the release of hormones. 4. In the United States, diabetes mellitus occurs most often in the people of western European origin. 5. Gestational diabetes usually ends after delivery.

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Which of the following is an example of a confirming response to a patient?

a.) "I am on a tight schedule right now." b.) "I do not know what you mean." c.) "I have no idea how long it will take." d.) "I understand how you must be feeling."

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