Which of these patients is losing body heat by the mechanism of convection?

A) A 41-year-old female who is intoxicated and passed out in the snow
B) A 56-year-old male who is confused and perspiring heavily
C) A 63-year-old female who took a drug that depressed her brain function
D) A 30-year-old male in a cool temperature and exposed to a light breeze


D) A 30-year-old male in a cool temperature and exposed to a light breeze

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

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Within how many days of a sentinel event should facilities report to JC?

A. 15 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60

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Teratogenic drugs may cause serious __________ or even spontaneous abortion

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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