The infection that follows the introduction of pathogenic spores through a puncture wound is called
A. pertussis.
B. diphtheria.
C. tetanus.
D. rubeola.
C. tetanus.
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Which of the following are NOT perishable medical/surgical supplies?
a. Disposable, nondurable supplies and accessories required to operate medical equipment or prosthetic devices b. Necessary drugs and biological items put directly into equipment (such as nonprescription nutrients) c. Initial and replacement accessories essential for operating medical equipment d. Items or supplies that could be used by the patient or a member of the patient's family for purposes other than medical care
You have been assigned to a football game to provide standby coverage. While taking a break, you decide to walk to a nearby concession stand for a soft drink. On the way, you come across a group of people standing around a male patient who collapsed and is on the ground. Your assessment reveals him to be unresponsive, not breathing, and pulseless. A bystander states that the patient collapsed
less than a minute earlier. An AED is located less than a minute from your location. The nearest EMT is 5 minutes from your location. Which one of the following should you do immediately? A) Start CPR and wait for the AED. B) Run to retrieve the nearby AED. C) Call for assistance and start CPR. D) Take manual in-line spinal stabilization.
You are treating a male patient with chest pain caused by the complete occlusion of one of the coronary arteries. What would you most likely expect with this patient?
A) His pain will be reduced with aspirin. B) His pain will be alleviated with nitroglycerin. C) His pain will go away with oxygen. D) His pain will not be alleviated with any of the above medications.
The surgical package includes:
A. general anesthesia. B. diagnostic testing. C. postoperative therapy. D. preoperative E/M encounters.