Which statement about removing a helmet in the prehospital setting is true?
A) Helmets should be removed only if they are too tight or if spine motion restriction will be required
B) It is acceptable to leave the helmet on a patient if the patient has no airway or breathing problems
C) Any patient wearing a helmet should have it removed so the airway and breathing can be properly assessed
D) Since helmets should never be removed, the EMT must be creative in providing care around the obstacle of a helmet
B) It is acceptable to leave the helmet on a patient if the patient has no airway or breathing problems
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Which component of the rigid endoscopic system for cystoscopy is blunt ended and minimizes mucosal trauma during insertion?
a. deflecting mechanism b. obturator c. sheath d. telescoping bridge
If white blood cells are present in urine, the ____________________ reagent strip pad should be positive.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A. asepsis B. basic circulatory anatomy C. vascular surgery D. phlebotomy equipment