__________ is visual loss due to old age, and is referred to as "old eye".?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
presbyopia.
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A young male patient has been stabbed in the right lateral chest. Regarding the respiratory system, which of the following represents the greatest danger to his well-being?
A) Loss of serous fluid from membranes in the chest B) Fracture of the rib and predisposition to a pulmonary infection C) Loss of oxygen from the lungs through the stab wound D) Collection of air between the pleural and visceral membranes
Which of these statements indicates that the EMT correctly understands the goal of assessing a geriatric patient with abdominal pain?
A) "It is important to determine whether the liver is the cause of pain, since that is the most life-threatening condition." B) "If the patient has tenderness on palpation of the abdomen, the EMT should assume bleeding is the cause." C) "It is more important to recognize a possible abdominal emergency, as opposed to determining the exact cause, because pain perception may be distorted." D) "To appropriately treat the patient, the EMT must identify the exact cause of the patient's pain."
A male soccer player was struck in the head with a soccer ball. Players state that he was dazed for several seconds following the impact and then asked the same questions over and over. Presently, he is conscious and oriented to person, but confused about place and time. He also has a reddened area to the side of his head and face. As you proceed with your assessment, his memory continues to improve. Based on these findings, the EMT should suspect which type of injury?
A) Concussion B) Open head injury C) Epidural hematoma D) Cerebral contusion
An independent contractor is sometimes referred to as a temporary employee.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)