When performing a secondary assessment on an elderly male who is confused and combative, what assessment finding should be of most concern to the EMT?

A) Respirations of 20 per minute
B) Pulse of 164 beats per minute
C) Bruising to the back of the hand
D) Pulse oximeter reading of 94% on room air


B

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A. the part of the body involved B. the symptoms displayed by the patient C. codes found in the Tabular List D. diagnosis or condition description E. the severity of the disease or condition

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Determine the dosage to administer. Ordered:      loracarbef  160 mg bidOn hand:      loracarbef 200 mg / 5 mLGiven:            __________

What will be an ideal response?

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A. Procedures List B. Diagnosis List C. Medications List D. None of these

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