You have been called for an adult patient who suffered a seizure. He is sitting on the floor, and looks at you as you enter the room. When questioned, he cannot remember the date or where he is. The patient's mental status can best be described as:
A) alert but confused.
B) lethargic and agitated.
C) altered.
D) verbally disoriented.
A
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A. Local fire code B. Insurance company C. Stakeholders group D. State/provincial fire code
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The basis for abbreviations is brevity, meaning short and concise.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)