Care for a victim of an immunologic emergency who is severely hypotensive should include which of the following?
A. Position the patient's airway and initiate positive-pressure ventilations.
B. Initiate basic life support measures, including the use of an automated external defibrillator, if necessary.
C. Apply high-flow oxygen therapy, place the patient in a shock position, and help maintain the patient's body temperature.
D. Routine spinal immobilization due to the potential for traumatic injury
Answer: C. Apply high-flow oxygen therapy, place the patient in a shock position, and help maintain the patient's body temperature.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What government agency works to protect public health and safety through disease prevention and control?
a. OSHA b. SSA c. CDC d. FDA
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A) 0.04-0.12 second.
B) 0.33-0.42 second.
C) 0.12-0.20 second.
D) 1.20-2.00 seconds.