For the EMT, which of the following is the most important question to ask of a diabetic patient or his family members?
A) What kind of insulin do you take?
B) Do you have a family history of diabetes?
C) Do you have a fruity taste in your mouth?
D) When was the last time you had something to eat?
D
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A) Closed eyes B) Poor or weak reflexes C) Dilated pupils D) Absent blood pressure
What is the name of the first American self-contained breathing apparatus?
a. The Gibbs b. Neally's Smoke Excluding Mask c. The Air Pac d. Apparatus Aldini
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
When a dying person enters the acceptance stage:
A) he or she begins to experience significant anxiety. B) it is often the family that is in need of the most help. C) he or she typically requires a lot of emotional support. D) his or her family members accept the situation as well.