You are assessing the airway of an unresponsive patient. You hear snoring respirations. The snoring indicates that:
A. the patient is asleep.
B. there may be swelling in the soft tissues of the throat.
C. the tongue may be partially obstructing the airway.
D. the patient has overdosed on narcotics.
Answer: C
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What is considered a breach of duty?
A. Care provided to a nonresponsive patient who cannot give consent B. A choice to prolong or not prolong life C. Care to a less than an acceptable standard D. A direct link between the care provided and damage to the patient
Prior to moving a patient you should consider body mechanics. All of the following are safe techniques EXCEPT:
A) holding the weight away from your body. B) using your legs, not your back. C) positioning your feet properly. D) when lifting with one hand, not leaning to the other side.
Stacked filing systems ____________________ documents according to one system, then another, then another
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The facility recommends that each caregiver only use one mask per day to save money
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.