Corticosteroids, such as fluticosone (Flovent), are used to reverse which asthma complication?
A) bronchoconstriction
B) increased mucus production
C) airway hyperreactivityD) hypertension
C
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On the scene of a hazardous materials emergency, which one of the following individuals is BEST suited to provide command of the incident?
A) Fire service rescue technician B) Hazardous materials technician C) Paramedic D) Hazmat specialist
To be in compliance with HIPAA, phlebotomists should:
A. close the door to the patient's room after entering. B. stay logged onto the computer so that they don't waste time logging in and out. C. discuss interesting patient situations with coworkers. D. allow patient's family members access to the laboratory's computer.
In a microdrip administration set, how many drops usually make up one mL?
A) 20 drops B) 10 drops C) 60 drops D) 50 drops
A female patient with a history of seizures has experienced a seizure in a public area and is now refusing further assessment and transport. As you leave, a witness to the entire event tells you that he thinks the patient is "crazy in the head" because immediately before she seized, she looked up toward the ceiling and kept repeating, "Do you see the birds?" As a knowledgeable EMT, you should recognize that the bystander is describing which condition?
A) Postictal confusion B) Side effects of seizure medications C) An aura D) Syncopal episode