After you administer oral glucose to a confused and combative patient, she gradually becomes calmer and fully oriented. As a knowledgeable EMT, you would recognize that this patient:

A) Had a high blood sugar level
B) Now has a decreasing blood sugar level
C) Will need a second dose of oral glucose
D) Had a low blood sugar level


D) Had a low blood sugar level

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A) after 8 hours B) after 24 hours C) within the intensive care unit only D) soon after shock begins

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Which of the following directly causes increased tissue oxygenation?

A) Lidocaine B) Epinephrine C) Atropine D) Oxygen

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The patient's facial expressions and body language are examples of ________ communication.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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