The EMT has retrieved all the correct equipment necessary to initiate an IV. Before assembling any equipment, what should she do first?
A) Place the constricting band on the patient's arm.
B) Remove the protective cap from the IV tubing spike.
C) Check the expiration date on the intravenous bag.
D) Open the outer wrapping of the intravenous catheter.
C
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The infusions of all blood components should occur in less than ___ hours
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
Documentation of "EBL 20cc" refers to:
A. the amount of anesthetic agent. B. blood loss during a procedure. C. a post-procedure medication. D. O2 saturation.
The ________ is shown at letter K on the figure of the digestive system.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is not a sign that a patient is having a heart attack?
A) pain radiating down one or both arms B) tightness of the chest C) slow, strong pulse D) profuse perspiration