In using the standard for evaluating incapacitation from CO2, the investigator must calculate the fraction of CO inhaled per minute in 1 hour. During moderate activity the RMV value is approximately 25 L/min. What is the amount of CO the person should have when examined?

a. 15 percent COHb
b. 30 percent COHb
c. 22 percent COHb
d. 45 percent COHb


b. 30 percent COHb

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following is TRUE of body armor use?

A) There are no reported cases of penetrating trauma among victims who were shot while wearing body armor. B) Blunt trauma may be significant, but the potential for life-threatening injury is less than if armor had not been worn. C) Blunt trauma occurs only if ceramic inserts are placed in the vest. D) Ceramic inserts are dangerous and should not be used, because they generally fragment and create secondary projectiles when they are struck by a bullet.

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Which of the following is the highest level within the Fire Service Professional Development Model?

A) Supervisor B) Executive C) Administrator D) Manager

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Describe the major trends in population demographics over the past 80 years.

What will be an ideal response?

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