A lifeguard has fallen 10 feet from his chair and has deformity, swelling, and ecchymosis to her right lower leg. The leg also is rotated medially. Another lifeguard has taken and is maintaining manual inline spinal stabilization. While partner conducts the primary assessment, you should take which one of the following actions?

A) Ready the traction splint for application.
B) Align the leg in a neutral position.
C) Manually stabilize the lower right leg.
D) Check the right foot for pulses and motor ability.


C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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It is best to include information on the resume ____________

a. in paragraph form b. in long, exacting detail c. in short, clear detail d. either a or c

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Spectator interest in sports is related to a combination of the level of risk or rewards associated with an event, anticipated displays of excellence or heroics, and

A. the uncertainty of an event's outcome. B. the clarity of the rules and regulations in the event. C. the seriousness of the injuries that may occur during the event. D. the price of tickets to the event.

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What is required prior to billing HIV and AIDS-related diagnoses on an insurance claim?

A. a signed patient authorization form for release of HIV status B. verbal consent from the patient to release this information C. documentation from the physician confirming the diagnosis D. preauthorization from the insurance company

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