What does cyanosis indicate?
a. Rapid breathing
b. Low blood oxygen level
c. Obstruction of the airways
d. Sudden spasm of the diaphragm
Answer: b. Low blood oxygen level
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You are called to a football game for a 15-year-old boy who is lying on the field, conscious and alert. It is August and the patient is complaining of weakness and cramping to his abdomen. He is breathing well and his skin color is normal and it is warm and moist to touch. Vital signs are normal. Treatment should include:
A) rapid cooling with ice packs to major pulse sites. B) rapid fluid infusion of NaCl 0.9 percent to replace lost sodium. C) gentle cooling by removing excess clothing and equipment. D) high flow oxygen and aggressive fluid replacement.
The wave-like contractions in the intestines are called ________
Fill in the blank with correct word.
A patient who is complaining of having pain 30—60 minutes after eating may be experiencing problems with which of the following organs?
A) Liver B) Gallbladder C) Stomach D) Spleen