You are driving an ambulance with antilock brakes. A deer darts out in front of the ambulance. Your most appropriate action would be to:

A) Swerve into the opposite lane
B) Apply the brakes for 3 seconds, and then release
C) Gently pump the brakes
D) Apply constant and firm pressure to the brakes


D) Apply constant and firm pressure to the brakes

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The best way to gauge the effectiveness of oxygen therapy would be to monitor the:

A) pulse oximetry. B) respiratory rate. C) heart rate. D) mental status.

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Which are examples of how the Baby Boomer population will impact the health care industry? Select all that apply

A) Almost half of all doctor visits will be made by Baby Boomers by 2030. B) Diabetic seniors will need 55 million lab tests per year. C) Emergency departments will have 4 million fewer visits each year. D) Nearly eight times more knee replacements will be needed than in previous years. E) All of the above F) None of the above

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Which of the following differentiates an atrial rhythm from a sinus rhythm?

A) Tachycardia B) Profound bradycardia C) Dissociated P waves D) Varying shapes in P waves

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Under normal conditions, the ____ and tidal volume are directly related in positive pressure ventilation.

A. airflow resistance B. pressure gradient C. alveolar pressure D. airway pressure

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