The length and severity of an acute psychotic episode caused by a mind-altering substance depends on the:
A. duration of the substance being metabolized within the body.
B. patient's vital signs at the time the substance was introduced.
C. AEMT's ability to effectively communicate with the patient.
D. patient's gender, age, and socioeconomic background.
Answer: A. duration of the substance being metabolized within the body.
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A) It is federally mandated that all agencies use NIMS. B) Systems that do not use NIMS are not eligible for federal funding. C) Using NIMS ensures that each patient will be triaged appropriately. D) Only supervisory personnel must be trained in NIMS.
Which abnormal atrial mechanism is associated with anxiety, excessive ingestion of caffeine or alcohol and early stages of menopause?
A. atrial fibrillation B. atrial flutter C. atrial bigeminy D. atrial tachycardia
A brand name drug costs $65 per 100 tablets. Its generic equivalent is only $22 for the same quantity. Calculate the differential of the drug cost for a 60-day supply if two tablets are taken daily. (Tablets to be administered will be 2 per day ยด 60 days = 120 tablets total.)
A. $26.40 B. $51.60 C. $78.60 D. $86
RAs generally have information on any
A. denials to the listed claims. B. errors on the listed claims. C. adjustments to the listed claims. D. all of these are correct.