After the AED gives a "no shock advised" message, it is determined that the patient has a weak pulse and slow and shallow respirations. You would immediately:
A) Transfer the patient to the stretcher for transport
B) Provide 2 minutes of CPR
C) Start positive pressure ventilation
D) Obtain a blood pressure
C) Start positive pressure ventilation
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A) Furnace turned on high with humidifier running B) Bottles of aspirin and nitroglycerin on nightstand C) Patient in chair in tripod position D) Smell of cigarettes in house
Which cement contains fluoride?
a. Polycarboxylate b. ZOE c. Glass ionomer d. Zinc phosphate
Calculate one dose of the following medication orders. Ordered: Edecrin 12.5 mg po bidOn hand: Edecrin 25 mg tabletsAdminister: __________ tablet(s)
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the pathophysiology of stroke?
A) Ischemic stroke is often a result of an aneurysm. B) Neurological damage and death can begin within four minutes. C) Ventricular fibrillation leads to the formation of blood clots in the atria. D) Ischemic stroke usually presents with a severe headache.