MRSA is passed from one person to another by indirect contact with bodily fluids
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
RATIONALE: MRSA is passed from one person to another by direct contact with the infected wound or by contact with contaminated hands.
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A. require that all claims be submitted in exactly the same electronic format. B. limit the number of methods that can be used for file encryption. C. standardize the electronic exchange of protected health information (PHI). D. authorize certain organizations to act as claims clearinghouses.
The EMT must assume that any unwitnessed water-related incident is accompanied by:
A. an air embolism. B. alcohol intoxication. C. possible spinal injury. D. cold water immersion.
Which of the following would explain why a person might need an implanted pacemaker device?
A) There is a problem with the electrical system in the heart. B) The heart muscle is damaged and is unable to contract. C) Their potassium levels are too low which prevents depolarization. D) They have malfunctioning valves between the cardiac chambers.
An allergic reaction, as contrasted with an anaphylactic reaction will:
A) have a more rapid onset with more serious symptoms. B) require fluids to support blood pressure. C) have a more gradual onset with milder symptoms. D) present a patient with an altered mental status.