The ________ is defined as the main medical complaint as described by the patient.

A. primary symptom
B. chief complaint
C. health sign
D. medical history


Answer: B

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a. 60 b. 120 c. 180 d. 240

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You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle collision. A 19-year-old female patient is bleeding heavily from a wound to her lower leg. You are unable to control the bleeding with direct pressure. You should:

A) apply pressure to the femoral artery pressure point. B) elevate the injured leg to a 90-degree angle. C) ask another responder to try holding pressure to stop the bleeding. D) apply a tourniquet.

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People who perform ________ tasks often develop work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

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

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A young male sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen during an altercation with a rival gang member. As your partner is assessing and managing his airway, you should control any obvious bleeding and then:

A. auscultate bowel sounds. B. apply a cervical collar. C. assess for an exit wound. D. obtain baseline vital signs.

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