The MOST common biologic agents thought to be used in a terrorism incident are:
A) plague and anthrax.
B) chlorine and phosgene.
C) anthrax and phosgene.
D) botulinum and gamma radiation.
A
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A) resume chest compressions. B) check for a pulse. C) ensure no one is touching the patient. D) allow paramedics to administer medications.
What is meant by the birthday rule?
What will be an ideal response?
A 21-year-old woman in the emergency room is displaying rapid and deep, labored breathing. Her room ABG reveals a pH of 7.25, PaCO2 of 28, HCO3– of 14 mEq/L, and a base excess of –14 mEq/L
How would the respiratory therapist assess her acid-base condition? 1. Severe hyperventilation 2. Partially compensated metabolic acidosis 3. Compensatory response to the metabolic acidosis 4. Severe hypoventilation a. 1, 2, and 3 only b. 1 and 3 only c. 3 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only
Which of the following solutions is considered to be isotonic?
A) 0.45% NaCl B) 0.9% NaCl C) 4.5% NaCl D) 9% NaCl