Adults usually have blood drawn while:
A) lying down. B) sitting. C) standing up. D) none of the above.
B
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A. physical B. emotional C. perceptual D. language
The bacteria pictured here are classified as ____.
A. bacilli
B. spirilla
C. cocci
D. vibrios
E. parasites
You are performing a portable AP chest projection on a large patient. The image receptor is placed landscape behind the patient and a 46-inch SID is measured. It appears as though pertinent anatomy will not be included if the exposure is made with the patient and tube positioned as is. What changes can be made to include all anatomy of interest?
A. Place the image receptor portrait rather than landscape B. Increase the SID to 72 inches C. Open the collimators (increase the size of the light field) D. Expose patient without making any changes
Following a motor-vehicle crash in which his truck struck a utility pole, a 56-year-old male complains of pain to the mid-chest and difficulty breathing. Your assessment reveals an ecchymotic area over the mid-sternum. His blood pressure is 110/70 mm Hg, pulse is 120 and irregular, and respirations are 24 breaths/min with adequate depth. In addition to spinal immobilization, appropriate treatment for this patient includes:
A. supplemental oxygen and a large-bore IV set to keep the vein open. B. assisted ventilation, two large-bore IVs, and a 20 mL/kg fluid bolus. C. supplemental oxygen and stabilization of the sternum with a sandbag. D. supplemental oxygen and application of an AED in case of cardiac arrest.