Which of the following gases may be used as a refrigerant?

a. Oxygen c. Carbon dioxide
b. Nitric oxide d. Carbon monoxide


ANS: C
Solid carbon dioxide is used to refrigerate perishable materials during transport (e.g., food and laboratory specimens). Liquid carbon dioxide can be used as an expendable refrigerant and is used extensively as a fire-extinguishing agent in portable and stationary fire-extinguishing sys-tems.

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An EMT has an understanding of the different types of pathogens when she states:

A) "Bacteria tend to be larger than viruses and can be seen without a microscope." B) "Protozoa are considered parasitic worms and can live within the human body." C) "Fungal infections typically attack the immune systems of healthy persons." D) "Viruses are resistant to antibiotics because they live within the body's cells."

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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During the transport phase of an ambulance call, it is MOST important to:

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