Which of the following is the most common cause of death in the United States?
A) breast and prostate cancer
B) vehicle accidents
C) medication errors
D) medical errors
D
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If you were measuring a 3.8 mL dose, which size syringe would be most appropriate?
A) 3mL B) 5mL C) 10mL D) 20mL
Hospitals are the center of acute medical care system in the United States
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What type of facility provides emergency care, general surgery, and admits patients for a wide range of conditions and procedures?
A. Specialty hospitals B. Skilled nursing facilities C. General acute care hospitals D. Rehabilitative hospitals
If an emergency medical responder is appropriately trained and competent, he or she should be able to:
A) detect signs of patient deterioration, obtain baseline vital signs, and give IV fluids to maintain adequate perfusion. B) perform lifesaving interventions and transport the patient after paramedics have performed a detailed physical exam. C) recognize the seriousness of a patient's condition, provide basic life support care, and relay information to the paramedic. D) develop a field diagnosis of the patient's problem, perform limited advanced airway techniques, and update responding paramedics.