Define a ventriculostomy


A ventriculostomy is the creation of a surgical opening of the third ventricle.

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Soiled linen contaminated with pathogens act as fomites.

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

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An atmospheric condition encountered by firefighters is considered IDLH if the oxygen concentration is below __________ and the temperature is above __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Under an insurance contract, the patient is the first party and the physician is the second party. Who is the third party?

A. PCP B. provider C. insurance plan D. federal government

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Which of the following statements regarding a prehospital care report is correct?

A: Information in the prehospital care report must include a diagnosis of the patient's condition. B: The report is not a legal document until it is reviewed by the EMS medical director. C: A separate addendum is not legally considered a part of the prehospital care report. D: Once a copy of the report is left at the hospital, you cannot write on the front of the form.

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