Mr. Miller has been diagnosed with bone cancer. You know this type of cancer is classified as:
A. sarcoma.
B. lymphoma.
C. carcinoma.
D. melanoma.
Answer: A
Explanation: Tumors that originate from bone, muscle, and other connective tissue are called sarcomas.
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From the following responses, choose the most appropriate action a paramedic should take when asked to administer a category A drug to a pregnant patient?
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