You believe that a patient experienced a simple partial (focal motor) seizure. Which of these statements made by the patient would reinforce this suspicion?
A) "I cannot remember anything that happened. I must have passed out."
B) "I think that I may have lost control of my bladder and bit my tongue."
C) "My left arm would not stop shaking. I did not know what was happening."
D) "I remember my arms and legs shaking, and then I can't remember anything else."
C) "My left arm would not stop shaking. I did not know what was happening."
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A. work with your crew to restrain the man so you can treat the patient. B. attempt to calm the husband by explaining why you are there. C. retreat to a safe distance and wait for law enforcement. D. attempt to gain access to the house through a back door, so you can evaluate the patient's condition.
How is acute respiratory acidosis accomplished?
a. By increasing HCO3– reabsorption b. By increasing alveolar ventilation c. By decreasing HCO3– reabsorption d. By decreasing alveolar ventilation
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Difficult or labored respirations are ____
A) apnea B) dyspnea C) rales D) Cheyne-Stokes