A 66-year-old female is found unresponsive in her front yard by a neighbor. You perform a primary assessment and begin the appropriate treatment. There are no bystanders or witnesses to the patient's event. You should:
A. attempt to notify the patient's family members.
B. transport the patient without delay.
C. inspect the patient's home for medications.
D. question other neighbors about the patient.
Answer: B. transport the patient without delay.
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TRICARE and other private insurance companies that use DRGs use DRG numbers:
A) 200—400. B) 300—500. C) 500—800. D) 600—900.
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