The EMT recognizes that the division between the thoracic and abdominal cavities lies approximately:
A) At the level of the umbilicus
B) At the fifth intercostal space
C) Below the twelfth rib
D) Above the twelfth thoracic vertebra
B) At the fifth intercostal space
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A young man wishes to become an EMT and asks you what he will need to do to become certified. You would reply that he must first:
A) volunteer with an ambulance service to gain experience. B) complete a course that meets the requirements of the USDOT. C) demonstrate that he has prior medical experience. D) show that he has provided CPR in an emergency at least once.
The quickest source of energy is ___________; however, this supply will last less than a day and is consumed in greater quantities during stress.
a. glucose b. carbohydrate c. protein d. fat
A patient seated in a phlebotomy chair will have her/his arm:
A. supported and extended downward in a straight line. B. supported and slightly bent at the elbow. C. raised above her/his head. D. dangling toward the floor.
Damage to peripheral nerves is known as:
a. Neuropathy b. Spasticity c. Paralysis