Which of the following is prescribed for narcotic overdose?

A. Hydrocodone
B. Naloxone
C. Morphine
D. Oxycodone


b
Rationale: Naloxone is prescribed for narcotic overdose and complete or partial reversal of narcotic depression, including respiratory depression induced by natural and synthetic narcotics.

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The trade name of procaine is:

A) Novocain B) Americaine C) Pontocaine D) Cocaine

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Which of the following pain relievers are used intravenously?

A) opiates B) anticonvulsants C) nitrates D) A and C

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After centrifugation, the hematocrit is read by measuring from the bottom of the red cell column to the top of the buffy coat.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A six-month-old has been stung on the tongue after putting a bottle in his mouth that had a bee on the nipple. In comparison to the same injury in an adult, why would you be more concerned with this child?

A) A child's airway has more blood vessels than an adult's, making bleeding more of a concern. B) The child's tongue is proportionally larger, increasing the chance of airway occlusion from swelling. C) Children tend to be highly allergic to bee stings while the same allergy in an adult is rare. D) When injured, a child's mouth produces more saliva, making airway occlusion a major concern.

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