A midsize car has been struck by a small delivery truck and sustained moderate damage to the front passenger area. The car is on its tires, and wood chocks have been placed under the undercarriage of the car. The air bags did not deploy. Which one of the following is the next step in this rescue?
A) Carefully deploy the air bags.
B) Extricate the patient.
C) Forcibly open the trunk.
D) Release air from the tires.
D
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
When storing patient records on a computer hard drive, you should also
A. save and store the original paper files. B. give the original files to the patient. C. store the information in a backup system. D. throw the original files in the trash.
For many patients and staff members, discussing the subject of money owed is touchy and uncomfortable. Which of the following statements would not be considered a professional way to discuss collections?
A) ?"Co-payment is expected at the time of service" or "Your office visit will be approximately $______. For your convenience we accept cash, checks, and credit card." B) For the patient checking in at the front desk: "You have not paid your prior balance. Your account will be sent to collections if not paid in full today." C) For patients checking out: "Your charges for today's office visit are $______. Would you like to pay by cash, check, or credit card?" or "I see your deductible has been met and/or insurance pays 80%. Your portion of the bill comes to $_______. Would you like to pay by cash, check, or credit card?" D) For a patient procedure: "I have an estimate of your costs for your procedure scheduled next week. Co-payment is expected at the time of service. May I help in making payment arrangements?"
Which is a common symptom of nerve agent exposure?
a. rapid pulse b. rash c. pinpoint pupils d. dry mouth