What is the likely impact of power stretchers on EMS?
A) There will be an increase in the number of home health transfers.
B) There will be a decrease in the number of injuries among EMTs.
C) Insurance reimbursement will increase for ambulance services.
D) There is no likely impact of power stretchers on EMS.
B
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a. Less muscle strength b. Problems with balance c. Hair loses color d. Primary taste sensations decrease
Elderly patients may be exposed to ________, which refers to taking five or more medications simultaneously.
A. hyperpharma B. polypharmacy C. maximed D. hypertoxicity
Which of the following electrolyte imbalances would force Na+ to exchange for H+, producing metabolic alkalosis? 1. Hypochloremia 2. Hyperchloremia 3. Hypokalemia 4. Hyperkalemia 5. HCO3-
a. 1 and 3 only b. 2, 4, and 5 only c. 1, 3, 4, and 5 only d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
A phlebotomist using an armband for patient ID must also
A. Check the room number for additional verification B. Have the patient state additional ID information C. Make certain requisition matches wristband D. Write down location of patient on the requisition