For a patient with a history of an unstable abdominal aortic aneurysm, the EMT should recognize and prepare for:
A) Vomiting and airway occlusion
B) Hypoxia caused by lung compression
C) Massive internal bleeding
D) Decreased perfusion to the upper extremities
C) Massive internal bleeding
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Which one of the following shows that the EMTs are correctly using a vest-type short spine immobilization device?
A) The cervical collar is applied after the torso has been secured to the device. B) The head is secured first followed by the torso and legs. C) The head is secured to the device immediately after the cervical collar is placed. D) The head is secured to the device after the torso has been secured.
What substance(s) is(are) primarily responsible for stimulating the growth and proliferation of fibroblasts in PMF?
a. PDGF b. EGF c. TGF-? d. Fibronectin
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What are the Integumentary System Coding Drill?
The objective that states "Verbalize willingness to use oxygen properly and safely" falls in which domain?
a. Cognitive b. Affective c. Psychomotor d. Analytical