You arrive on the scene of an emergency involving a patient who has sustained an electrical burn due to a malfunctioning toaster oven. Which of the following should you do first?
A) Care for any life- threatening conditions.
B) Perform a primary assessment.
C) Make sure the electricity is turned off.
D) Inspect for entry and exit sites.
Answer: C) Make sure the electricity is turned off.
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A) Unimportant ethical consideration B) Overriding principle C) Important but irrelevant consideration D) Both B and C
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A. complete heart block B. ectopic focus C. atrial blockage D. ventricular blockage
A thick, broad sheath of fascia covering the lower back that provides attachment sites for many muscles, including the abdominal muscles
What will be an ideal response?
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A) The length of time a record is maintained B) When the record can be released to the patient C) Whether a patient's record warrants storage D) Which records can be provided pursuant to court order