A 49-year-old male was climbing on a truck at a construction site when he fell backward to the ground. He presents with a 2-inch linear wound to the top of his head. Bleeding has been controlled and the skull can be seen through the wound. How should you document this injury on the prehospital care report?

A) Avulsion
B) Contusion
C) Crush
D) Laceration


D) Laceration

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As the mother delivers her baby, care for the newborn includes:

A) carefully supporting the baby's head and body as it is born. B) spreading your fingers over the baby's mouth and nose. C) applying firm "pushing" pressure to the baby while being delivered. D) slapping the baby on the buttocks.

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Which of the following organizations is NOT involved with patient safety?

TJC CMS FDA ISMP

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Canines are the easiest teeth to lose to dental decay.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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