Where does fetal lung fluid originate?
a. from the stomach and esophagus c. from alveolar cells
b. from maternal lymph vessels d.from aspiration of amniotic fluid
c. from alveolar cells
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A construction foreman was stabbed with a screwdriver in the right anterior chest by an angry employee. Prior to your arrival, he removed the screwdriver. He is alert and oriented and complains of pain to the injury site. Your primary assessment reveals an open airway, adequate breathing, and strong radial pulse. Based on these findings, which intervention should be performed next?
A) Open the airway using the jaw-thrust maneuver B) Take manual spine motion restriction precautions C) Evaluate the patient's SpO2 level D) Insert a nasopharyngeal airway
Scurvy can lead to vascular defects by which of the following mechanisms?
a. Degeneration of ECM b. Excessive breakdown of collagen c. Insufficient collagen synthesis d. Presence of paraproteins directed against collagen
EMS calls begin when firefighters ____.
A. thoroughly understand the situation B. reach the victim C. leave the station D. arrive at the fire scene