You have placed the AED on the patient and turned it on. The AED delivers a message that it is analyzing the heart rhythm. You should next:

A) deliver two rescue breaths. B) quickly check a carotid pulse.
C) start CPR. D) ensure that no one is touching the patient.


D

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a. extremely hot b. tipped c. caustic d. freezing cold

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When caring for a patient who has been TASERed, you should be aware that the primary TASER injury occurs from:

A) the electricity. B) the darts. C) falling. D) There are no primary injuries.

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A catchall may be temporary to control large amounts of water until chutes are constructed:

A. on all floors. B. to route water outside. C. to route water to a water vacuum. D. on the lowest floor of the fire incident structure.

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How long after the administrative law judge's decision does one have to appeal to the Medicare Appeals Council?

a. 120 days b. 60 days c. 14 days d. 90 days

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