All of the following are utilization measures, EXCEPT

A) average daily census
B) rates of infection
C) capacity
D) average length of stay


Answer: B

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A) "When applying a bandage over a dressing, I apply it loosely so as not to interfere with circulation to the extremity." B) "If bleeding from a wound cannot be initially stopped with direct pressure, I apply a bandage and dressing so I can take care of other injuries." C) "I always leave the tips of the fingers or toes exposed when bandaging the arm or leg so future assessment of circulation is possible." D) "I always bandage across the joint above the wound since this helps control bleeding by applying pressure to the proximal blood vessels."

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Which appendix in ICD-9 contains a list of the 3-digit categories for occupational hazards divided into subcategories?

A. Appendix E B. Appendix D C. Appendix B D. Appendix A E. Appendix C

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A two-year-old boy fell down a flight of stairs. Which instruction would you provide to other AEMTs who are immobilizing the patient?

A) "Let us place a folded towel under his shoulders to help maintain head alignment." B) "It is better if the collar is a little too big; that is more comfortable for him." C) "After he is on the board, place a towel behind his head to keep the airway open." D) "Just apply a cervical collar and then place him directly on the stretcher."

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It is appropriate to control the filling of an evacuated blood-collection tube manually.

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

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