Which of the following statements about warfarin (Coumadin) is NOT true?
A) It actively breaks down the fibrin network, thereby dissolving formed thrombi.
B) It helps treat chronic atrial fibrillation.
C) It prevents coagulation by antagonizing the effects of vitamin K.
D) It was originally used as rat poison.
A
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When speaking with an abused partner, be prepared to share your knowledge of ________________________________ ________________________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
You and another EMT are discussing a call he previously ran. The EMT said the patient had classic chest pain symptoms and he treated it as a possible heart attack, but he later found out the patient just had indigestion and was discharged 2 hours later. The EMT was concerned that his patient assessment skills were not as good as they should be, and that the ED physician will no longer trust his
judgment. How should you respond to his concerns? A) Tell him that his misdiagnosis is a result of confirmation bias. B) Tell him that his misdiagnosis is a common EMT mistake caused by illusionary correlation. C) Tell him that his misdiagnosis is a result of anchoring. D) Tell him that his misdiagnosis is a result of limited information.
What is the purpose of a tracheostomy tube obturator?
a. To minimize trauma to the tracheal muco-sal during insertion b. To provide a patent airway should the tube become obstructed c. To help ascertain the proper tube position by radiograph d. To provide a means to inflate and deflate the tube cuff
As a class, ____ are probably the most commonly used medications for sedation in the emergency airway management arena.
A. opiates B. barbiturates C. inhalants D. benzodiazepines