Malpractice, or ________, is defined as improper or unskillful care of a patient

Fill in the blank with correct word.


Answer: professional negligence

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As an instructor for safe ambulance operations, which of the following statements should you make to new EMTs about responding with lights and sirens through curves in the road?

A) "At night, turn your high beams off prior to entering the curve." B) "It is best to start braking after entering the curve." C) "To be safe, maintain a steady speed through the entire curve." D) "It is easier to control the ambulance when you accelerate just before entering the curve."

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Which of the following is NOT associated with chronic alcohol ingestion?

A) Decreased sensation in hands and feet B) Thiamine deficiency C) Hyperactivity D) Esophageal varices

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When assessing an anxious patient who presents with tachycardia, you must:

A) obtain a 12-lead ECG tracing before initiating any treatment. B) determine if the tachycardia is causing hemodynamic instability. C) prepare for cardioversion if the rate is less than 150 beats/min. D) administer diazepam or midazolam to facilitate your assessment.

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