____ is the absence of heart activity characterized by unconsciousness, apnea, and pulselessness.
A. Hypoperfusion
B. Cardiac arrest
C. Shock
D. Bradycardia
Answer: B
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A) Determine if critical areas of the body have been burned. B) Administer oxygen through a nonrebreather face mask and obtain a full set of vitals. C) Begin removing the patient's clothes to determine the type of burn. D) Provide positive pressure ventilation with a bag-valve mask.
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During an oral examination, the assistant is responsible for all of the following EXCEPT
recommending needed treatment. recording all of the dentist's findings. assisting in the preparation of the patient and room for treatment. assisting the patient in completing the medical and dental history.