You are called for a 48-year-old male who is complaining of back and leg pain. Your assessment shows that he has pain and tenderness in his lower back with tingling through his left buttock and down his left leg. He tells you that he has been moving furniture. You should suspect:
A) decubitus.
B) kyphosis.
C) sciatica.
D) osteoarthritis.
C
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During _________________, Class A foam is used as a protective barrier to cover a structure that is in the path of a fast-moving wildland fire
a. structure fires b. rubbish fires c. chemical fires d. wildland/urban interface fires
If the patient has insurance, it is important to get _________________ signed before the patient leaves the office
a. a benefits disclosure b. an assignment of benefits c. an authorization for treatment d. a release of liability
The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act of 1986 requires professional ________ review in an effort to improve medical care.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Emergency medical care of a burn patient includes which treatment?
A. Application of a burn ointment. To the affected area. B. Continual immersion of the burned area in cool water throughout transport. C. If the burn is semisolid, such as tar or grease, cooling the burn and attempting to remove the substance to limit tissue damage. D. Brushing dry chemicals away and then flushing with water.