Many patients with neuromuscular degenerative diseases receive chronic respiratory support at home. Ultimately, what step may you as a paramedic have to take immediately, regardless of the type of respiratory support available in the patient's home?
A) Alter dosages of medications already in use to achieve a better effect.
B) Intubate and ventilate.
C) Call the patient's physician and get orders not addressed by your protocols.
D) Rapidly become familiar with unfamiliar equipment.
B
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a. Absorption b. Receptor site c. Metabolism d. Elimination
The ethical principle that is being used by both parties is the guiding principle
a. True b. False
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