For which of the following patients would activated charcoal be indicated?
A) 24-year-old female who was sniffing glue and is now complaining of a headache
B) 17-year-old male who drank bleach 30 minutes ago
C) 27-year-old who intentionally took a large amount of Tylenol 45 minutes ago
D) 53-year-old female who took an overdose of antidepressants earlier in the day
C
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After intubation of a cardiac arrest victim, you observe a slow but steady rise in the expired CO2 levels as measured by a bedside capnometer. Which of the following best explains this observa-tion?
a. Return of spontaneous circulation b. Abnormally high c. Placement of the endotracheal tube in the esophagus d. Failure of the cuff to properly seal the airway
In a(n) ________, extracts of suspected allergens are applied to the patient's skin, usually on the arms or back, to test for specific allergies.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
An appointment reminder card should never be mailed to a patient
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the strongest risk factor for pancreatic cancer?
A. unprotected sex B. alcohol consumption C. high fat diet D. smoking