Which one of the following statement about removing a helmet in the prehospital setting is TRUE?
A) "Helmets should only be removed if they are too tight or spinal immobilization will be required."
B) "Since helmets should never be removed, the AEMT must be creative in providing care around the obstacle of a helmet."
C) "Any patient wearing a helmet should have it removed so the airway and breathing can be properly assessed."
D) "It is acceptable to leave the helmet on a patient if the patient has no airway or breathing problems."
Answer: D
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a. ejection. c. exhaust inhalation. b. crush injury. d. wrap injury.
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a. the release of epinephrine, increased stroke volume, and slowed respiratory rate. b. increased stroke volume, increased heart rate, and increased peripheral resistance. c. slowed respiratory rate, shunting of blood from the skin, and decreased pulse rate. d. increased stroke volume, decreased pulse rate, and shunting of blood from the skin.
What is the value of x in the equation 
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A. 12 B. 27 C. 6 D. 36