You are transporting a patient who was shocked by an electrical current while repairing a residential electrical service panel. He has partial-thickness burns to the hand and foot where the electricity entered and exited his body, respectively. When reassessing this patient, which finding would be of most concern?

A) Increasing pain at burn sites
B) Palpation of an irregular heartbeat
C) Complaint of a headache
D) Swelling of the foot


B) Palpation of an irregular heartbeat

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A) 90 / lightweight B) 70 / lightweight C) 80 / wood frame D) 60 / wood frame

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For unassigned claims, the payment for services rendered is expected

A. at the time of service. B. when the claim is sent. C. after the patient receives a statement. D. after the insurance is billed.

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Patient requests for test reports must be fulfilled within how many business days?

A. 24 hours B. 3 days C. 5 days D. 7 days

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