The pulse oximeter will often read falsely high SpO2 in patients with a low level of methemoglobinemia.

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


False

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STM determines a score based on the patient's respiratory rate, ____, and best motor response.

A. verbal response B. alertness C. pulse rate D. pupil dilation

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The appropriate way to store chemicals, drugs, and solutions is to 

A. keep them in a warm, well-lighted place. B. store in containers other than their original ones. C. line storage cabinets with plastic-coated shelf paper. D. store strong acids and alkaline solutions together.

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Fibrin is derived from ___________________.

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

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The official transfer of patient care does not occur until the EMT:

A. gives a radio report to the receiving medical facility. B. notifies the admitting clerk of their arrival at the hospital. C. informs dispatch of their arrival at the emergency department. D. gives an oral report to the emergency room physician or nurse.

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