Which of the following is the hormone required for the production of new red blood cells?
a. Hematopoietin
b. Erythropoietin
c. Hemoglobin
d. Plasma
b
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A) Ask the patient if he feels nauseated B) Determine what was taken C) Check the radial pulse and skin characteristics D) Inquire why the patient took the medication
Which of the following joints has two or more degrees of freedom of osteokinematic motion?
a. Third proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint b. Superior radioulnar joint c. Radiocarpal joint d. Humeroulnar joint
Prior to beginning any blood transfusion, the Paramedic must assess and document the patient's temperature, heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and lung sounds. These parameters must be reassessed at least every ____ during a transfusion.
A. 5 minutes B. 15 minutes C. 25 minutes D. 45 minutes
When preparing a patient for outpatient surgery, which of the following is mandatory?
A) A signed consent form B) Local anesthetic C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B