Often a pulse oximeter will give a normal reading, even though the patient is bleeding, with a subsequent drop in hematocrit because the remaining red blood cells are carrying oxygen.
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SCENARIOUse this scenario to answer the following question(s).You and your partner are first on the scene of a motor vehicle collision. One vehicle is a compact car that is completely upside down on the road. You can see the driver moving slightly behind the deployed airbag. The other vehicle is an SUV on its side on a grassy verge with a slight incline. There are two people in the SUV.Which of the following is the correct thing to do regarding the overturned vehicle?
A. Without moving the vehicle, break the window and begin your primary assessment. B. When at least three other responders are on the scene, manually turn the car back over with their assistance. C. Attempt to gain access to the patient by opening the door and deflating the airbag. D. Stabilize the overturned vehicle while waiting for fire service units and before you try to reach the occupant.
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The vital function of the female reproductive system is to perpetuate the species through sexual reproduction.
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In the PRICE technique, what does PRICE stand for?