Which of the following can be converted to glucose and used for immediate fuel?
A. Proteins
B. Lipids
C. Carbohydrates
D. Minerals
E. Water
C. Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates used for immediate fuel are converted to glucose, a simple sugar that cells use for energy.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the primary glands of the endocrine system?
a. Pituitary b. Thyroid c. Parathyroid d. Tonsils
During your assessment of an unresponsive patient, the patient becomes responsive. He claims that he does not want any care and asks you to leave him alone. You should do all of the following EXCEPT:
A) express your concern for the patient's condition. B) document the refusal and have it witnessed. C) explain the risks of refusing treatment. D) advise additional resources to return to their station.
Which set of instructions would you give to a new EMT who is preparing to use a squat lift to raise a patient secured to a stretcher?
A) "Make sure to place your weaker leg slightly back." B) "Try not to use a power grip when performing the squat lift." C) "Support yourself with your stronger leg and push up with your weaker one." D) "Make sure that you push yourself up with your stronger leg."
Pulse oximeters can be used to assess which of the following?
A) blood pressure B) PO2 C) hemoglobin level D) alveolar ventilation