What is a colostomy?
A. Five different assessments performed at the time of birth that determine the patient's blood flow, heart rate, respiratory function, and neurologic function
B. The manual establishment of the functions of heart and lungs after a sudden cessation of normal cardiac or respiratory function
C. An abnormal opening that is surgically created to allow the release of feces from the body via an opening other than the anus
D. The manual application of pressure to the chest for the purpose of restoring heart function; most often associated with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
C
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A) administering oxygen by nonrebreather. B) loss of bowel or bladder control. C) placing the arm tightly in a sling to prevent injury. D) progression to a generalized seizure.
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A) Experience with previous incidents can be most in identifying the substance by color, smell, and volatility. B) CHEMTREC papers that are carried in all emergency vehicles that contain specific information related to any emergency situation involving chemicals. C) Emergency Response Guidebook will identify placards and give basic instructions in initial management steps. D) Shipping papers that are located on the end of the cars will contain all MSDS, including any specific hazards that exist and management strategies.
A surgical package would include:
A) one evaluation and management (E/M) encounter on the date immediately prior to the date of the procedure. B) all E/M encounters prior to the date of the procedure. C) all general anesthesia services. D) all care provided within 30 days of surgery.