The tearing away of a body part from its point of attachment is known as a(n):

A. laceration.
B. avulsion.
C. contusion.
D. reflex.


Answer: B

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A. location in the body where the chief complaint is occurring. B. age-appropriate dietary status. C. the situation that is associated with the pain or symptom. D. how long the symptom or pain has been present and/or how long it lasts.

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Moderate alcohol intake:

A) decreases HDL B) increases HDL C) increases VLDL D) increases chylomicrons

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Proper handwashing depends on two factors: running water and ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In order to obtain the MOST current information related to a medication, it is suggested that the prehospital provider:

a. Use only local protocol as your source b. Use multiple sources and compare information in conjunction with medical direction c. Rely on an EMS guide as the sole source of information d. Utilize the internet as a resource because it is most correct

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