Cardiac decompensation is considered a true medical emergency in patients with preexisting cardiac or pulmonary compromise
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) The medical office manager B) The physician assistant C) The administrative medical assistant D) The clinical medical assistant
Venous insufficiency ulcers are ultimately caused by:
A. insufficient numbers of veins. B. white blood cells. C. venous hypertension. D. a hyperactive calf muscle pump.
Which one of the following statements shows that the EMT has a proper understanding of basic operations at the scene of a hazardous materials emergency?
A) "Life or health should never be risked if the threat is only to the environment." B) "It is critical to remove the patients as quickly as possible from the incident site." C) "If you cannot see or smell a chemical, the chance of one being present is very low." D) "Identification of the material is not important, since the approach is the same for all materials."
What type of technical rescue involves physical hazards such as debris that is sharp, jagged, or unstable as well as exposed wiring and rebar?
A. Water rescue B. Vehicle rescue C. Confined-space rescue D. Structural collapse rescue