An 87-year-old has fallen and broken her hip. You should expect which of the following signs and symptoms?
A) The affected leg is rotated inward.
B) The affected leg is shortened, compared to the unaffected leg.
C) There is an absence of pain.
D) The toes of the affected leg are pointed upward.
B
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A. Dry-pipe system B. Preaction system C. Water-mist system D. Partial deluge system
Which of these statements, made by the EMT, shows an understanding of medication administration and drug dosages?
A) "It is best to administer a little less than the required dose to decrease the chance of an allergic reaction." B) "If the patient is very sick, the dose of a medication can be increased to help the patient recover faster." C) "The proper dose of a medicine should be administered unless medical direction orders otherwise." D) "If a patient has chest pain with shortness of breath, the dose of a medication must be increased."
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A. both parties B. the defendant C. the plaintiff D. the American Mediation Association E. the American Arbitration Association